A blend of business and organizational psychology that combines research skills and theory for real-world applications.
This business psychology post-master’s doctoral program takes a multidisciplinary approach to address real-world individual, group, and organizational problems. Graduates are trained to enter roles as academics, organizational leaders, or consultants who are fully equipped to succeed in a competitive market that demands both relational and performance success. Foundational psychological and business principles allow students to address the wide variety of work settings that leaders and consultants encounter.
Entering the consulting track of the in-person and online Ph.D. Business Psychology program requires a master’s degree in psychology or a related area. This track prepares students to apply the principles of business psychology in consulting environments, helping to improve individual, group, and organizational functioning in both for-profit and nonprofit settings.
Michael Stowers, Psy.D.
Admissions Requirements
- Application
- Application fee ($50)
- The general guideline for admission is a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.2 or above on a 4.0 scale.
- Official college/university transcripts
- Resume or curriculum vitae
- Essay
- Two letters of recommendation
- Master's degree from an accredited university
- Two prerequisite courses: Statistics and Organizational Behavior or Psychology
- Statement of Research Interests
Accreditation & Licensure
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Licensure
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Additional Program Components
Residencies
Students in our Online Campus program are engaged in two brief residencies (roughly three and a half days each) at one of our campuses-providing an opportunity for face-to-face interaction and networking with fellow students from around the globe who bring a wealth of diverse business experiences and perspectives. At the first residency, students meet with their cohort and faculty members and engage in focused seminars. At the second residency, students participate in their competency exam.
Comprehensive Exam
Every student is required to pass a comprehensive competency examination. The aim of this assessment exercise is to evaluate the student’s knowledge of theory, research, and practice. This is also an opportunity to assess the student’s ability to demonstrate this knowledge and skill in simulations of work scenarios in order to judge his or her abilities as a future business psychologist. The Comprehensive Examination is taken upon completion of the second year of doctoral courses.
Dissertation
Completion of the dissertation is an essential aspect of Business Psychology students’ academic experience and professional education. It provides the school the opportunity to evaluate the student’s ability to think critically and creatively about an applied issue in business psychology and to produce new research in the field. The dissertation should clearly and concisely demonstrate the student’s command of the research in a specific area of business psychology. In the dissertation, will conduct empirical research using quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods to produce new knowledge within the theoretical framework that comprises the Ph.D. Business Psychology curriculum.
Sample Courses
Statistics and Lab
The course presents the descriptive and inferential statistical techniques used in decision making. This course also examines problem-solving research methods currently used in organizational and industrial psychology. Students will apply univariate and multivariate statistics using computer programs designed to fulfill the needs of practitioners to address real organizational problems using research methods. This course is delivered in a blended format, where students complete the “lecture” portion of the class online and the lab portion either in a classroom for campus based students in webinar format for distance learning students.
Professional Development Seminar
This course is designed to provide students with (1) the core professional skills necessary for competing successfully for I/O positions, (2) socialization into the profession of I/O psychology, (3) research skills, and (4) diversity training. Topics covered include networking, interpersonal skills, self-awareness, critical thinking and writing skills, business and systems logic, professional organization and networks, business etiquette, and competencies needed for successful job placement.
Social Psychology/Behavioral Economics
The course focuses on the role of societal and environmental factors in the initiation and maintenance of human behavior patterns. The course will consider the implications of socio-environmental factors for the practicing psychologist. Cultural and individual differences are also considered.
Career Pathways
Consulting track graduates emerge from the program with the skills and strategies necessary to assume high-level responsibilities in today’s global business environment. Graduates can find success leading in various facilities and fields, including:
- Change management
- Organization development and change
- Fortune 500 companies
- Management consulting firms
Career Outcomes
The Chicago School prepares you to make an impact in a variety of high-demand careers. Below, you will find possible career options and salaries associated with this degree.
Data is pulled by a third-party tool called Lightcast, which includes data from sources including the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. Census Bureau, online job postings, and other government databases. The information below represents a regional and national career outlook related to this degree program*. The Chicago School is dedicated to assisting you in achieving your career goals.
*Many degree programs are intended to fulfill licensure requirements in specific states. The data shown here may not represent the state where you currently reside. For more information on how this program is applicable to the requirements of your state, please speak with your admissions representative.
Financing Your Education
The Chicago School is dedicated to keeping our professional degree programs accessible to anyone regardless of financial status. In addition to the scholarships that may be available, our Financial Aid Department will provide you with information to determine what financial arrangements are right for you.
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