Industrial and Organizational Psychology

What is Industrial and Organizational Psychology?

Industrial and Organizational Psychology professionals work within organizations to address assessment, engagement, retention, and productivity of workers.

Industrial and Organizational Psychology Programs at The Chicago School

The Chicago School’s Industrial and Organizational Psychology programs prepare graduates to utilize assessment and intervention skills to help organizations solve problems, enhance performance, and manage the complexities of today’s business environment.

In the workforce, Industrial and Organizational Psychology program graduates often develop and administer management systems such as performance management, training, organizational development, change management, employee selection, and organizational-wide surveys.

Degrees in Industrial and Organizational Psychology offered at The Chicago School
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Careers in Industrial and Organizational Psychology

The Chicago School’s Industrial and Organizational Psychology programs equip graduates to successfully navigate and improve the work environments of a variety of fields and professions.

Public and Private Sector Employers:
  • Government
  • Business
  • Nonprofit
  • Marketing
  • Human resources
  • Consulting agencies
  • Higher education
Industrial and Organizational Psychology Job Titles:
  • Human resources professional
  • Trainer
  • Consultant
  • Talent management associate
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Jay Finkelman, Ph.D.

Professor
It is an ongoing process of continuous improvement that I/O and business psychologists lead within organizations. It is not like pushing a boulder up the hill, only to see it fall down each time. Rather, our graduates create many steps up the hill and inevitably lead organizations to new heights."

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