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Industrial and Organizational (I-O) Psychology (IOP) is a scientific field that applies psychology principles and research methods to understand and support employees and workplaces. As its name implies, there are two general facets of this field: the industrial and organizational.…
There are many ways that industrial-organizational psychologists can apply psychological principles in workplaces and organizations. For example, an industrial-organizational psychologist may work with a company to improve their employee selection process. They may start by conducting a systematic review of…
Industrial Organizational Psychology is in demand in the United States. In this article, I will share recent trends for jobs in this field. While jobs in industrial organizational psychology are trending up, I will also share important factors to consider…
A defining characteristic of the work of industrial and organizational psychologists is its varied options and possibilities. Industrial-organizational psychologists work in various types of organizations. Their roles vary greatly within organizations. Likewise, they work under a myriad of titles. I…
A range of skills is needed to practice industrial organizational psychology. Regardless of the work an industrial organizational psychologist performs, they need a strong set of interpersonal, cognitive, and technical skills. In this blog, I will review three critical skill…
Many traditional, in-person master’s degree programs require Graduate Record Exam (GRE) test scores as part of the application process. Whereas, online programs and increasingly more in-person programs do not require GRE scores. It is important to find out whether the…
A degree in industrial organizational psychology refers to academic credentials that reflect one’s training and study of the field. There are many types of degrees in industrial organizational psychology, based on the type of academic program, length and number of…
Industrial organizational psychology master’s degree programs are offered at universities throughout the United States. These programs are typically offered through psychology departments within universities. It normally takes two years or more to complete a master’s degree in industrial organizational psychology. Increasingly…
You do not need a Ph.D. (or doctorate) in industrial organizational psychology to have a good career in this field. However, there are some benefits to obtaining a Ph.D. degree that you would not have if you enroll in industrial…
To become an industrial organizational psychologist in the United States, you must have a doctoral degree (Doctor of Philosophy or Ph.D., also known as a research doctorate) and meet other state requirements. Your degree must be in industrial organizational psychology or…
Starting an independent career in consulting involves five steps: choosing your consulting domain conducting market research in that area assessing your skills and acquiring new ones creating your consulting company marketing your services There has never been such a ripe…
People graduating with master’s degrees (M.A) in industrial-organizational psychology have many job options available. Common entry-level jobs for new graduates with master’s degrees in industrial-organizational psychology include roles within human resource management, consulting, teaching at the undergraduate level, and related…
An industrial organizational psychology salary will vary in range. The range is broad due to differences in pay based on geographical location, job type, education level, and experience. IOP salaries are the lowest for people with master’s degrees in entry…
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