Alliant International University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A. - Organizational Psychology, Ph.D.- Organizational Psychology

Program Description:

PhD Organizational Psychology

Coursework in the 92 unit PhD OP program covers three primary areas of training: theory, research, and professional practice.
Our doctoral graduates enter a variety of professional careers. Some pursue careers as organizational, management, or human resources development consultants with large or specialized boutique consulting firms or take positions internal to private and public sector companies. Some develop their own organization and management consulting practices, and still others provide professional training and teach in higher education settings.

Within the structure of the doctoral curriculum, students have some opportunities to customize their education and training based on their professional career goals through elective coursework, professional fieldwork training, and dissertation research. Students work closely with faculty and the Program Director to determine areas of specific professional and academic focus. The coursework during the first two years of study for full-time students (3 years for part-time students) is intended to develop the foundational competencies required for future professional careers. Elective courses offered provide students with the opportunity to pursue specific areas of professional interest in more depth. Elective courses may also be taken from other Alliant International University graduate programs such as clinical, education, and business. Elective courses are usually offered each semester and during the summer session. The field work experiences and the dissertation research also allow students flexibility to develop expertise and experience in specific areas of professional interest.

Students may attend the doctoral program either on a full-time or part-time basis.

Accreditation:

Alliant International University is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Format: Campus

Classification: Other Specialized Institutions

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999