Industrial/Organizational Psychology Specialization

The specialization focuses on the scientific study of the workplace, in particular on the study of human behavior as it relates to employee productivity and well-being. Students will consider how a well-functioning organization contributes to social justice by examining issues such as equal employment opportunity and equitable distribution of employment resources. The I/O Psychology Specialization may enhance the eligibility of psychology majors for graduate study in I/O psychology, human resources management (HRM), organizational behavior, and organizational learning and leadership. At the bachelor’s level, the specialization may enhance eligibility for entry-level positions in the HRM field.

Specialization in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Required Courses (18 credits)

PSY-324INDUSTRIAL/ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

3

PSY-370SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY

3

MGT-305ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR AND MANAGEMENT

3

MGT-352HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

3

MGT-355CONFLICT & NEGOTIATION

3

MGT-420LEADERSHIP

3