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Master of Science in Industrial-Organizational Psychology

The Missouri University of Science and Technology Master of Science in Industrial Organizational Psychology emphasizes the application of psychological science to enhance the performance and well-being of people in organizations. S&T I-O psychologists will be well prepared to develop assessments of people for selection and placement into jobs, effective training programs, strategies for organizational development, measurement of performance, and ways to promote quality of work-life.  S&T students will receive a strong core foundation in industrial and organizational psychology as well as statistics and research methods.

The mission of the Master of Science program in Industrial-Organizational Psychology at Missouri S&T is to provide diverse student cohorts with a strong foundation in psychological theory, research, and methods that equips them for a variety of applied careers in consulting, psychology, business, and education, as well as transitioning to doctorate programs. We aim to offer a rigorous yet flexible degree program which includes a balance of industrial and organizational focused curriculum. Based on the scientist-practitioner training model for graduate education, our curriculum’s emphasis is on the application of evidenced-based knowledge to address problems in diverse organizational settings. 

Core Content Courses   |   (Thesis & Non-Thesis) 21 Credit Hours

       Course   Description (Credits)   Semester Offered
  Psych 5020   Introduction to I-O Psychology (3)   Fall
  Psych 5601   Small Group Dynamics (3)   Spring
  Psych 5700     Job Analysis and Performance Management (3)   Spring
  Psych 6602*   Organizational Development and Employee Perspectives (3)   Fall
  Psych 6610*   Leadership, Motivation, & Culture (3)   Spring
  Psych 6700*   Training and Development (3)   Spring
  Psych 6702*   Personnel Selection (3)   Fall

Methods Courses   |  (Thesis & Non-Thesis) 10 Credit Hours

       Course   Description (Credits)   Semester Offered
  Psych 5202   Applied Psychological Data Analysis (3)   Fall
  Psych 5210   Advanced Research Methods (3)   Fall
  Psych 5201   Psychometrics (3)   Spring
  Psych 5012    Ethics and Professional Responsibilities (1)   Spring (and sometimes Fall)

Non-Thesis Electives Courses   |   ( Non-Thesis) 6 Credit Hours

       Course   Description (Credits)   Semester Offered
  Psych 5400   Advanced Cognition (3)   Fall
  Psych 5600   Advanced Social Psychology (3)   Spring
  Psych 5710   Advanced Human Factors (3)   Fall
  Psych 5740    Occupational Health and Safety (3)   Spring

Or

Thesis Option   |  (Thesis) 6 Credit Hours

       Course   Description (Credits)   Semester Offered
  Psych 6099*   Research (Thesis credit)  (6)   Fall, Spring, Summer

*6000-level courses are typically taken after completing 5000-level courses, including 5000-Level methods/statistics courses
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Planning Your Next Step After Graduation?

Are you interested in pursuing graduate study in Industrial-Organizational (I-O) Psychology at S&T? Whether you are interested in a graduate certificate or a master’s degree, the Grad Track Pathway (GTP) is a wonderful opportunity to begin graduate coursework while completing your undergraduate degree. 

Specifically, the GTP provides undergraduate students with early, provisional admission to either the graduate certificate in Applied Workplace Psychology or the master’s degree in I-O Psychology. This accelerated program allows you to earn credits toward a graduate certificate or master’s degree while completing your B.A. or B.S. in psychology.

Up to 6 credits of upper-level psychology courses can be transferred to the graduate certificate, and up to 9 credits can be transferred to the master’s degree.

Major Benefits

Accelerate Your Progress – Apply approved graduate courses toward both your undergraduate and graduate study.

Save on Tuition – Take eligible graduate courses at the undergraduate tuition rate.

How Do I Apply?

1. Review Eligibility (Confirm that you meet academic requirements by reviewing the criteria listed here and contacting the GTP Coordinator, Dr. Vahe Permzadian)

2. Submit the GTP Application (Complete the GTP application through the graduate admissions website). Applying during your junior year is recommended.

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Graduate Certificates

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More information regarding the Applied Workplace Psychology Graduate certificate can be found on the course catalog.

More information regarding the Human Factors Psychology Graduate certificate can be found on the course catalog.