George Mason University's online Master of Professional Studies in Applied Industrial and Organizational Psychology provides instruction in research-backed methods and understanding of data and analytics. It is intended to give HR professionals and business professionals the skills they need to foster a culture where each employee feels empowered and motivated to contribute new ideas, effect change, and do their best work every day. Students learn how to assess and evaluate candidates to determine their fit for the company and specific positions, identify employees’ individual motivations, establish meaningful evaluations and reward systems, and improve training and performance programs. Main areas of study focus on understanding and applying concepts in: research and data analytic methods, evidence-based practices, and client communication skills.
Admissions
The online master’s in organizational psychology program accepts applications on a rolling basis and is currently accepting applications. You can apply here.
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Degree Requirements
Total credits: 30
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Fundamentals of Industrial/Organizational Psychology
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 598 | Introduction to the Science and Practice of Industrial and Organizational Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 641 | Foundations of Organizational Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 637 | Foundations of Industrial Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 616 | Employee Selection | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 | |
Principles of Research and Data Analysis in Psychology
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 603 | Psychological Research Methods | 3 |
| PSYC 601 | Applied Data Analysis in Psychology I | 3 |
| PSYC 602 | Applied Data Analysis in Psychology II | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | |
Application of Evidenced-Based Principles in Psychology
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one semester (3 credits) of the following: | ||
| PSYC 730 | Practicum in Applied Psychology | 3 |
| Total Credits | 3 | |
Electives
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select two courses from the following: | 6 | |
| Applied Leadership in the Workplace | ||
| Motivation and Well-Being | ||
| Applied Teamwork in the Workplace | ||
| Organizational Change and Development | ||
| Performance Management | ||
| Workplace Training | ||
| Total Credits | 6 | |
Program Outcomes
- Critically evaluate methods used in research studies--for yourself, your employer, and/or other researchers
- Know how to design an appropriate research project to maximize knowledge about a workplace topic, while recognizing the methodological limitations it may have
- Communicate research methods to a technical and non-technical audience using multiple modes