July 2023 University Catalog

MS in Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, FlexPath option

School of Social and Behavioral Sciences

The master’s Industrial/Organizational Psychology, FlexPath option specialization is for learners who are interested in the application of industrial/ organizational behavior principles and research found in the workplace and other organizational settings. Learners practice the application of leadership theories, group development, motivation and workplace performance, conflict resolution, and organizational processes in pursuit of entry-level to mid-management positions in business services, consulting, human resources, teaching, training and development, and organizational administration. Learners who pursue this specialization through the FlexPath option earn an MS in Psychology through self-paced demonstrations of competencies. These specialization requirements are not designed or intended to meet professional licensure requirements for the counseling or psychology professions.

Core courses

PSY-FPX5002Foundations of Theory and Practice for Master's Psychology Learners

2.5

PSY-FPX7610Tests and Measurements

2.5

RSCH-FPX7860Survey of Research Methods

2

RSCH-FPX7864Quantitative Design and Analysis

2

Specialization courses

PSY-FPX5110Ethics and Multicultural Issues in Psychology

2.5

PSY-FPX6015Lifespan Development

2.5

PSY-FPX6710Principles of Industrial/Organizational Psychology

2.5

PSY-FPX6720Psychology of Leadership

2.5

PSY-FPX6730Consultation Psychology

2.5

PSY-FPX6740Industrial/Organizational Psychology Practices in Personnel and Human Resource Management

2.5

Taken during the learner’s final quarter

PSY-FPX5201Integrative Project for Master's Degree in Psychology

2.5

Total

At least 26.5 program points

One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.

Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.

GuidedPath courses and FlexPath courses fulfill the program requirements and prerequisites for each delivery model.