Organizational Psychology Graduate Programs

Organizational psychology master’s programs, or Industrial organizational psychology master’s programs, focus on psychological aspects of the workplace. The Master of Science in Industrial Organizational Psychology enables graduates to work as psychologists with businesses, government, and other large organizations. Students may continue on to the Ph.D. program which would allow them to teach or conduct research and teach at colleges and universities.

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Industrial Organizational Psychology Graduate Programs and Curriculum

Students enrolled in organizational psychology degree programs are taught a research-intensive curriculum, including analytical methodology for workplace research such as use of surveys. Beyond a doctoral degree, students may want to gain certification from the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP). There are thirteen areas of certification, including organizational and business consulting. In order to gain certifications, a student must have a license and five years of experience.

In order to apply for admission to industrial and organizational psychology graduate programs, students must possess a bachelor’s degree with mandatory psychology requirements. Students are also required to submit transcripts and GRE scores.

For admission to the doctoral program, students must possess a master’s degree, but not necessarily a master’s in organizational psychology. Students must submit essays, references, GRE scores, and transcripts for admission.

Organizational psychology programs focus on proficiency in organizational behavior and communication, business consulting, and application research methodology. Classes may include:

Industrial-organizational research methods
Psychological assessments for organizations
Personnel management and research
Human resources planning
Organizational program implementation and strategies
Prior to graduation a student must complete a thesis and capstone project.

Organizational Psychology Career Paths

Organizational psychology graduate programs prepare students for positions as psychologists in government or private business. A doctoral degree is needed for a career in teaching or research. Industries populated by graduates of this program include health science, nursing, and gerontology.

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Organizational Psychology Future Job Outlook

According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, industrial organizational psychologists held 2,300 positions in 2008. The number of positions in this field is expected to grow to over 3,000 by 2018, which is a 12% increase.

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Lynn University
Master of Science in Applied Psychology
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Adler School Of Professional Psychology
Industrial & Organizational Psychology
Industrial-organizational psychology is one of the fastest growing psychology specialties.
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Chicago School Of Professional Psychology, The
Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership
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Kaplan University
M.S. in Psychology - Applied Behavioral Analysis
Pursuing a Master of Science in Psychology from Kaplan University offers you a unique opportunity to blend the rich, academic
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Argosy University Online
Forensic Psychology (MA)
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Level: Certificate
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Chicago School Of Professional Psychology, The
Industrial/Organizational Psychology Generalist Certificate
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New Rochelle,NY
Iona College
Programs in Psychology
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St. Paul,MN
Metropolitan State University
Psychology (M.A.)
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Canterbury,Kent

University of Kent

Social and Applied Psychology

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Chicago,IL
Erikson Institute
Child Development
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Colorado State University
Industrial/Organizational Psychology
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Philadelphia,PA
La Salle University
Clinical Counseling Psychology
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Brooklyn,NY
Brooklyn College Of The City University Of New York
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West Hartford,CT
University of Hartford
Organizational Psychology
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Caldwell,NJ
Caldwell College
Applied Behavior Analysis
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