The MS program in psychology with a concentration in industrial and organizational psychology educates students to be well-versed in workplace empowerment strategies and interventions that are transformational and can lead to the optimal well-being and performance of individuals within organizations.
The core coursework uses concepts in psychology to emphasize training and development, professional motivation, decision-making, justice and leadership. Students engage in a rigorous curriculum that fosters advanced writing skills, and critical thinking and analytical skills to promote competence in understanding theoretical, methodological and statistical frameworks within psychology and industrial and organizational psychology research.
Full-time
ASU's New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences is led by a diverse team of renowned faculty and talented staff who endeavor to help students thrive at ASU and beyond. New College prepares students to become master learners, prepared to engage, adapt, and develop solutions to the complex challenges facing the world today and tomorrow. Our graduates are agents of change and difference makers here in the West Valley community and far beyond.
Students enrolled at an ASU Cintana Alliance Network institution have the chance to start their courses at their home institution and transfer those credits* to finish their remaining years at ASU.
Models available: Graduate dual degree and accelerated masters.
*Transfer eligibility is subject to student performance in courses at home institution and Arizona State University transfer requirements.
In this course, you’ll gain an overview of the field of industrial and organizational psychology, which applies psychological theories (and theories from related fields) to a workplace setting. This course examines the field by exploring theoretical and real-world applications through the scientist-practitioner lens.
In this course, you’ll examine the relationship between mental and physical health and explore the role of positive psychology as a mechanism for understanding how individuals thrive and create meaningful lives even in face of chronic disease or medical illness.
In this course, you’ll be introduced to various aspects of the professional roles of psychology, as well as to the ethical standards of the profession.
Graduates leave this program with a broad understanding of industrial and organizational psychology. They may pursue careers in psychology, education, business, consulting or government. In addition, the industrial and organizational coursework benefits graduates working in supervisory or management positions in corporate, government or social service professions.
Program Start | Application Deadline | Classes Begin | Tuition Payment Deadline |
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Spring start (January) | December 17, 2024 | January 13, 2025 | January 20, 2025 |
Fall start (August) | August 7, 2025 | August 21, 2025 | August 25, 2025 |
Spring start (January) | December 17, 2025 | January 12, 2026 | January 19, 2026 |