Industrial and Organizational Psychology

The major in industrial/organizational psychology is a broad-based one. It offers courses in all areas of psychology while emphasizing the field of industrial/organizational psychology. This major is within the Zicklin School of Business. All BBA requirements apply.

For many students, the BBA in industrial/organizational psychology is a terminal degree. They may pursue careers in business, including sales, advertising, marketing, and human resource management. They may also pursue careers in a variety of governmental agencies or engage in public opinion or market research.

Some career objectives may require or recommend that the student pursue a master's (MBA or MS) or PhD degree in industrial/organizational psychology.

Program Learning Goals

Upon completion of a major in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the major theories and methodological approaches associated with at least 3 of the following 5 fundamental subareas of psychology (i.e., social, personality, motivation, cognitive, physiological).
        a. Define and apply the major theories and methodological approaches associated with these subareas of psychology.
        b. Compare and contrast in written and/or oral form the major theories and methodological approaches within and across these subareas of psychology.

2. Demonstrate knowledge of the major theories and methodological approaches associated with at least 3 of the following 7 fundamental areas of I-O psychology (i.e., personnel, leadership, diversity, training, occupational health, organizational behavior, and career development).
        a. Define and apply the major theories and methodological approaches associated with these areas of I-O psychology.
        b. Compare and contrast in written and/or oral form the major theories and methodological approaches within and across these areas of I-O psychology.

3. Design and interpret the results of a psychology study.
        a. Explain statistical methods of organizing and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data
        b. Conduct statistical analyses and accurately interpret the findings
        c. Conduct and apply psychological research in a manner consistent with ethical standards used in the field

4. Demonstrate the ways in which psychology is affected by social and historical contexts
        a. Explain how issues of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual identity/orientation, culture, religion and other aspects of human diversity affect psychological processes
        b. Evaluate the historical development of the different theories of psychology and how the field has evolved over time.