Master of Arts in Industrial-Organizational Psychology

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Industrial-organizational (I-O) psychology focuses on the application of psychological principles and knowledge to the workplace. I-O psychologists help organizations solve complex problems and aim to improve the workplace experience for employees. Example areas of focus include job satisfaction, motivation, leadership, employee recruitment/selection, training, performance evaluation, productivity, and organizational change initiatives. SIUE's I-O psychology master's program offers an intentional blend of the scientist-practitioner model. Students have the choice of completing an applied track (emphasis on practicum experience) or academic track (with thesis). Regardless of the chosen track, research and practical elements are embedded in the curriculum for all students. Research experiences are directed at conceptualizing and solving organizational problems. Practical experiences are oriented towards giving students applied skills and realistic expectations to enable effective performance in an organizational context. SIUE’s close proximity to downtown St. Louis offers the opportunity for professional endeavors, networking, as well as first-class culture, arts, and sports, all of which is balanced by a quiet community environment conducive to study. The industrial-organizational specialization provides knowledge and skills to analyze and solve problems of motivation, leadership, communication, job satisfaction, productivity, training, and others faced by business and organizations. Training in this specialization leads to possible employment in administration, supervision, organizational development, and personnel positions.

School of Education, Health and Human Behavior