Faculty: INSTITUTE OF GRADUATE PGROGRAMS This major explores the psychological principles that influence workplace behavior, performance, and organizational effectiveness. Students study employee motivation, leadership, human resource management, and workplace dynamics to enhance productivity and well-being in professional environments. The program emphasizes data-driven decision-making, psychological assessment, and strategic management, preparing graduates for careers in HR, talent development, corporate consulting, and organizational leadership. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the psychological foundations of workplace behavior and performance. - Develop skills in employee assessment, motivation, and leadership strategies. - Learn techniques for conflict resolution, team dynamics, and organizational development. - Explore methods for improving workplace culture, diversity, and inclusion. - Analyze the impact of stress, job satisfaction, and work-life balance on employees. - Apply research-based strategies to enhance productivity and employee well-being. - Understand ethical considerations and legal frameworks in organizational psychology. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Industrial and Organizational Psychology** - Overview of the field, key theories, and applications in the workplace. 2. **Employee Motivation and Job Performance** - Psychological theories of motivation, goal-setting, and performance management. 3. **Leadership and Team Dynamics** - Study of leadership styles, team collaboration, and group decision-making. 4. **Personnel Selection and Assessment** - Techniques for hiring, performance evaluation, and psychological testing in HR. 5. **Workplace Stress and Employee Well-Being** - Impact of stress, burnout, and mental health on workplace productivity. 6. **Organizational Culture and Change Management** - Strategies for fostering a positive workplace culture and leading organizational change. 7. **Training and Development** - Methods for employee training, skill development, and career growth. 8. **Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace** - Psychological approaches to managing workplace diversity and bias. 9. **Ethical and Legal Considerations in I/O Psychology** - HR ethics, labor laws, and ethical decision-making in organizations. 10. **Capstone Project in Industrial and Organizational Psychology** - Application of psychological theories to real-world workplace challenges. **Assessment Methods:** - Case studies on workplace behavior and leadership. - Psychological assessments and employee performance evaluations. - Research projects on organizational culture and change management. - Internships with HR departments, corporate training firms, or consulting agencies. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Work in the 21st Century: An Introduction to Industrial and Organizational Psychology" by Frank J. Landy and Jeffrey M. Conte. - "Industrial/Organizational Psychology: Understanding the Workplace" by Paul E. Spector. - "The Psychology of Work and Organizations" by Michael Aamodt. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of psychology and an interest in workplace behavior and management are recommended. **Major Duration:** Typically 3–4 years, including coursework, applied projects, and internships. **Target Audience:** Aspiring HR professionals, organizational consultants, corporate trainers, and business leaders seeking to improve workplace dynamics and employee performance. This major equips students with the psychological insights and practical skills needed to create productive, healthy, and innovative work environments.