Master of Organisational Psychology

Psychology

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The Master of Organisational Psychology is a practitioner-focused graduate degree designed to equip leaders, managers, and Human Resource professionals with skills to enhance employee wellbeing, organisational effectiveness, motivation, and performance through applied psychological principles in workplace settings.

NZ$1,176

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NZQA Level 9 Certification (180 Credits)

Study Level

Post Grad

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Online study

Flexible online learning from anywhere

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Understanding Organisational Psychology Theories and Concepts

Describe and apply relevant organisational psychology theories, concepts, and practices including recruitment, performance, leadership, change and employee wellbeing.

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Applying Psychology to Workplace Contexts

Apply organisational psychology theory to specific organisational contexts, considering indigenous and contemporary perspectives, and assess organisational practices.

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Conducting Organisational Psychology Research

Develop research methodology skills to conduct independent research projects addressing relevant workplace or industry-related organisational issues.

What You're Signing Up For

The Master of Organisational Psychology offered online by the University of Canterbury develops advanced knowledge and skills in applying organisational psychology to improve workplace motivation, performance, and satisfaction. The programme includes courses on key organisational psychology topics such as recruitment, stress and wellbeing at work, training, performance management, leadership, organisational change, contemporary issues, research methods, and culminates in an independent research project. It is designed for aspiring and established people leaders, HR professionals and managers who want to create positive work environments and drive organizational improvement. The programme offers flexibility with part-time (3 years) and full-time (1.5 years) study options, delivered fully online. Admission requires a relevant bachelor's degree with specified criteria or equivalent professional experience. Graduates can pursue careers in consulting, human resources, training and development, and organizational development.

Course Content

  • Key Topics in Organisational Psychology (OPSY610)
  • Recruitment and Selection (OPSY621)
  • Psychology of Stress, Health and Wellbeing at Work (OPSY619)
  • Training and Development (OPSY613)
  • Performance Management and Appraisal (OPSY612)
  • Leadership in Organisations (OPSY614)
  • Organisational Change: Directions for Organisational Psychology Practice (OPSY618)
  • Contemporary Issues in Organisational Psychology (OPSY620)
  • Research Methods for Organisational Psychology (OPSY622)
  • Research Project (OPSY630) - 45 points

What you need to know first

Bachelor's degree with psychology major/minor and grade B average in 300-level courses or equivalent qualification and relevant professional experience

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Human Resources

  • Organisational Development

  • Consulting

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Organisational Development Consultant

  • Human Resources Manager

  • Training and Development Specialist