Master of Organisational Psychology (MOrgPsych)
Psychology
A course by
University of Auckland
Develop advanced expertise in organisational psychology and be equipped for a range of specialist employment opportunities or further study, with the flexibility to pursue research or coursework streams.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City, Auckland
It will take a total of 18 months
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Develop advanced expertise in organisational psychology
Gain specialist knowledge regarding human behaviour, group dynamics, and organisational functioning relevant to a variety of workplaces.
Apply psychological principles to workplace issues
Be equipped to solve practical problems in organisational and occupational settings using psychological frameworks.
Conduct research in organisational psychology
Understand advanced research design and methods, and be able to plan and evaluate research projects applying to organisational contexts.
What You're Signing Up For
The Master of Organisational Psychology (MOrgPsych) is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills regarding human behaviour in the workplace. The programme includes both taught and research options, covering applied organisational psychology topics as well as quantitative and qualitative research methods. Graduates are well-prepared for roles in industry, consulting, and government, or progression to a PhD.
Course Content
- Organisational Psychology
- Occupational Health Psychology
- Experimental Design and Quantitative Methods
- Advanced Quantitative Research Methods
- People, Performance and Well-being
- Working in an Age of Uncertainty
- Organisational Change
- Contemporary Approaches to Innovation and Business Design
- Political Psychology
- Psychology and Sustainability
- Social Psychology and Interpersonal Processes
- Community Psychology
- Social Psychology and Intergroup Processes
- Ethnicity, Identity and Culture
- International Management
- Innovation and Knowledge Management
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Dissertation or Thesis in Organisational Psychology
What you need to know first
A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a major in psychology or equivalent
Meet the University of Auckland entry requirements for postgraduate study
A Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 or higher in the first 60 points of taught courses prior to thesis enrolment
Completion of the University of Auckland Academic Integrity Course
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Organisational Psychology
Human Resources
Consulting
Government
Future employment opportunities might be
Human resources adviser/manager
Organisational development specialist
Occupational health director
Director of talent management
Director of leadership training
Director of employee training
Project consultant/Manager
Solution consultant
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