Master of Science in Psychology with an Emphasis in Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Overview
Influence Effective Workplace Behavior
There are many variables that determine how well an organization or company operates. Effective communication and conflict resolution, process evaluation, professional competence and effective management are examples of the components necessary for businesses to succeed. Often, shortcomings in any of these areas can be traced back to the ways employees are selected or trained, share information or interact. Industrial and organizational psychologists use their knowledge of human behavior to address these challenges.
When you choose Grand Canyon University's Master of Science in Psychology with an Emphasis in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, you can study the scientific principles of psychology as they apply to a working environment. This industrial organizational psychology degree program focuses on producing usable data relating to workplace performance that could lead to greater profitability. Curriculum is aligned to the standards and recommendations set forth by the American Psychological Association.
Degree Outcomes
Learn Advanced Scientific Principles of Human Behavior
You have the opportunity to learn advanced principles in industrial and organizational psychology as they apply to employee and workplace behavior. You also study contemporary and ethical issues in psychology, statistics, organizational behavior and development, research methods, leadership strategies, consultation techniques, social and cultural psychology as well as principles of personnel and human resource management.
What You Will Learn
Work with Organizations to Plan Employee Development
To successfully complete this advanced MS in psychology with an emphasis in industrial organizational psychology degree program, you must master advanced principles in industrial and organizational psychology, including:
- Collecting and analyzing data related to human behavior
- Placing data into actionable plans to benefit organization and employees
- Ethical practices in gathering and utilizing employee data
- Broad knowledge of other fields of psychology, including cultural and social psychology
- Advanced statistical analysis and application in the workplace
Career Outcomes
Prepare to Optimize Worker Efficiency
Jobs for industrial and organizational psychologists are projected to grow 53 percent from 2012 to 2022, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.* This growth may indicate an increasing need for professionals who apply psychological principles to the workplace to predict behavior and help employers increase efficiencies that drive revenue and reduce costs.
In addition to human resources, industrial and organizational psychology roles and other positions that utilize behavioral data and analysis, you may choose to continue your academic journey by enrolling in a PhD program, or earning a certification to teach or work as a consultant.
*Information obtained from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Course List
Program Core Courses
Course Description
This course is designed to prepare students for the graduate learning experience at Grand Canyon University. Students have opportunities to develop and strengthen the skills necessary to succeed as graduate students in the liberal arts. Emphasis is placed on utilizing the tools for graduate success.
Course Description
This course serves as the foundation for advanced graduate study in the field of psychology. Professional skill development, such as critical thinking, scholarly writing, and literature reviewing are covered, as well as contemporary ethical issues in the field of psychology, including issues in research, writing, psychotherapy, forensic psychology, and animal research.
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This course is a study of social, group, and multicultural factors affecting individual behavior. Attention is given to the development of attitudes, leadership roles, group thinking, sources of conflict, altruism, attraction, effects of competition and cooperation, analysis and evaluation of propaganda techniques, and the influence of mass communication on social awareness and control.
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This course applies social and organizational methods and principles to business and industry as it applies to Industrial and Organizational Psychology.
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This course examines the theoretical foundations for organizational development and explores how organizations function and the psychology behind it.
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This course provides a study of theories of probability, descriptive and inferential analyses of data, and testing of statistical hypotheses. Practical experience is provided in the application of statistical methods.
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This course emphasizes both the theoretical and applied aspects of experimental design and research methodology at the graduate level, including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed designs.
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This course examines methods for achieving personal, group, and organizational goals through effective consulting and management strategies.
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This course examines psychological principles related to personnel and human resource management in both physical and virtual work environments.
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This course prepares students to enter their prospective career and/or continue their education in psychology. Students will explore occupations and leaders in the various psychological fields, formulate and compile their experiences and achievements, and construct a roadmap for success. Original research ideas will be solidified and presented.
Program Locations
Online
Evening
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Online and Evening program disclosures* Please refer to the Academic Catalog for more information. Program subject to change.