With a master's in industrial/organizational psychology, you will bring psychological principles to the workplace to benefit both employees and employers.
A number of HR-related positions are among the 25 fastest growing jobs over the last five years in the U.S., according to LinkedIn’s new report, 2023 Jobs on the Rise, with three positions making the top 5. The Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology reports that the median salary for M.A. graduates in I/O is $87,500, two to four years after graduating. 2022 Report (See page 7)
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In any organization, conflict is inevitable. Through this concentration, students gain the knowledge and skills to work with interpersonal and intergroup conflict in productive ways. Students will learn the role of communication, power, identity and culture in the constructive resolution of conflict. They also learn the skills involved in negotiation and mediation of interpersonal conflict in the workplace.
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Students will be able to apply psychological principles to enhance human resources and organizational functions covering key areas in training and development and performance management. This concentration will prepare students for roles in HR, where they can influence organizational strategies and contribute to the development of a thriving workplace environment.
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Change is a constant in the life of any organization. This concentration offers a valuable educational pathway for students aiming to master the dynamics of organizational change and the nuances of effective consultation. Students will have the skills to hold influential roles in organization development, consulting, change management, and beyond, making them highly desirable candidates.
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Students choosing this STEM eligible concentration will be able to apply techniques of data analytics to workplace and talent management. Specifically, students will be equipped with knowledge and skills needed to source, analyze, and visualize workplace related data to inform decisions and make recommendations that will enhance organizational success.
Learn moreThis course provides an overview of the frameworks, theories, critical issues, and practices associated with the psychological well being of people in the workplace. The study of worker well-being, a sub-area of occupational health psychology, includes topics such as work-life integration, alternative employment schedules and employment relationships, antecedents, moderators and consequences of work stress, and organizational interventions to facilitate the health and well-being of workers in organizations.
Analysis of various theories of organizational and managerial behavior emphasizing the work organization and its internal processes. Psychological factors at play in organizational settings, including motivation, incentives, and conflict, are explored. Research findings relevant to an understanding and prediction of human behavior in organizations are also examined.
Theories, assumptions, and constraints underlying construction and application of psychological tests and measures in industry. Emphasis on selection, validation, and interpretation of appropriate standardized tests and surveys for specific applications in organizations such as employment testing and employee attitude assessment.
The meaning of work, theories of motivation, values and expectations, performance and reinforcement, job satisfaction and motivation, pay as an incentive, interventions to increase work motivation.
The University of New Haven offers a wide variety of in-depth courses that create a transformational educational experience for our students. To view the complete list of courses you'll take while pursuing a master’s degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, check out the Academic Catalog:
Industrial/Organizational Psychology, M.A. - General Concentration
Industrial/Organizational Psychology, M.A. - Industrial-Human Resources Psychology Concentration
Industrial/Organizational Psychology, M.A. - Psychology of Conflict Management Concentration
Industrial/Organizational Psychology, M.A. - Talent Analytics Concentration
The latest issue of MAIOP Infoline, the official newsletter of the University’s master’s degree program in industrial/organizational psychology, features faculty discussing their research, an alumni spotlight, student reflections, and a look at how students in the program create a work-life balance.
View NowThe Society for Human Resource Management student members of the University of New Haven are committed toward the preparation of all of our members for careers in the Human Resources and Industrial/Organizational Psychology fields through the development of skills and abilities in the following areas:
Our faculty are leaders and innovators in their fields, bringing both deep professional experience and academic rigor to the classroom.
Industrial/Organizational Psychology Grad Student Says Program Has Been ‘Life Changing’
Made for an Outstanding Experience
This Program Puts a Great Emphasis on Working in Teams
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All University of New Haven students have access to the many resources available through the University’s Career Development Center, which has been named one of the best in the nation by The Princeton Review.
From career assessments, networking, and job shadowing to on-campus interviews and salary negotiation, the Career Development Center provides the skills and connections to identify a meaningful career and an opportunity to pursue your passion.
Learn MoreCandidates for the master’s degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology must have:
All applications must provide:
NOTE: GRE scores are optional
Graduate AdmissionsThe University of New Haven Graduate School is an excellent value with reasonable tuition. Of course, you will still have bills to pay and the Financial Aid office can help.
