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Industrial / Organizational Psychology
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Master's in industrial/organizational psychology

Companies need efficient processes and productive workers. Employees need motivation and recognition. That’s where industrial and organizational psychologists come in. With a degree from CMU, you'll help companies select and train employees and measure performance while improving work/life balance for everyone.

AT A GLANCE

Degree Type
Master of Art (M.A.)
Format
On Campus
Credit Hours
30 Credit Hours

What is industrial/organizational psychology?

In this emerging field, you’ll put psychology to work. Industrial/organizational psychologists not only boost a company’s efficiency and productivity, they also improve the quality of life for employees.

You'll graduate with the tools to make a difference in the lives of workers. You'll examine issues such as safety, mental and physical health, quality of life at work and emotional labor. You’ll learn cutting-edge ways to improve employee training, job performance and develop motivational programming to enhance a company’s approach to career development and leadership.

You can tailor your program to meet your individual interests and needs, participating in a collaborative approach where students learn from instructors and one another.

Our graduates take their new skills to top companies where they constantly improve the ways companies and their employees work.

I/O psychology program highlights

As an industrial/organizational psychology student at CMU, you'll:

  • Explore cutting-edge topics: Complete a unique curriculum that includes cutting-edge seminars on current topics.
  • Build core skills: Develop core skills by participating in practicum projects and internships for clients worldwide.
  • Conduct research: Conduct independent research on topics of students’ interests.
  • Find jobs: 95% of program graduates find career jobs within 6 months.

Industrial/organizational psychology jobs

Our industrial/organizational psychology graduates can get jobs almost anywhere. Our alumni work for universities, informational technology consultants, governmental organizations, global companies and more.

Career Projected Salary
Industrial/Organizational Psychologist $147,420
Psychologist $92,740
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Get involved with a student group

Industrial/Organizational Psychology Association (IOPA)  is a registered student organization for graduate and undergraduate students interested in Industrial and Organizational (I/O) Psychology. IOPA promotes interest in I/O Psychology by inviting guest speakers, alumni, faculty and graduate students to present their research and applied projects throughout the academic year. 

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