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Industrial and Organizational Psychology, M.Sc.

  • Application Deadline
  • 24 months
    Duration
, IL,
The master of science in industrial/organizational psychology program prepares students for careers in human resources, organizational development, change management, and leadership development. 

About

As a leader in the field, we offer the only industrial/organizational psychology program in the Boston area. Our innovative program draws upon the Bertolon School of Business and the College of Arts and Sciences to incorporate both case-based method of instruction and a strong emphasis on structured quantitative research. Our curriculum follows the guidelines developed by the Society for Industrial/Organizational Psychology for master’s degree programs in I/O psychology, which is the dominant professional society.

The Master of Science in Industrial/Organizational Psychology curriculum is designed according to the guidelines developed by the Society for Industrial/Organizational Psychology for master’s degree programs in I/O Psychology. Our 42 credit program consists of 9 core courses including a customized internship that provides real-world experience in areas such as corporate performance, personnel testing and human resources; and 5 electives with specializations in either human resources or organizational development. 

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Industrial/Organizational Psychology
  • Management Theory and Application
  • Statistics and Data Analysis For I/O Psychology
  • Psychometrics
  • Research in Organizations
  • Internship in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
  • Ethical Issues in Business
  • Legal and Ethical Environment
  • Philosophical Foundations of Psychology
  • Theories of Personality
  • Perspectives on Adulthood and Old Age

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Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity Full-time
    • Full-time duration 24 months
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    On Campus

English Language Requirements

You only need to take one of these language tests:

  • Minimum required score:

    61

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  • Minimum required score:

    500

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  • Minimum required score:

    5.5

    The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.

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Academic Requirements

General Requirements

  • Check your program's application deadline(s), and work backward from the application deadline or start term.
  • Start your online application, so you can receive application reminders and updates.
  • Order your transcripts or transcript evaluation, and begin organizing your references, personal statements, and admissions tests (if required).
  • Submit additional information that your graduate program may require, such as a resume, passing MTEL scores or educator license, or additional writing sample.  
  • Once ALL materials are received, your file will be reviewed by the department. The turn-around time depends on each individual program. 
For more information please visit the program website.

Tuition Fee

  • International

    9847 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 9847 USD per year and a duration of 24 months.

  • National

    9847 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 9847 USD per year and a duration of 24 months.

  • In-State

    8227 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 8227 USD per year and a duration of 24 months.
We've labeled the tuition fee that applies to you because we think you are from and prefer over other currencies.
2019/20 fees will be available in June 2019.

Living costs for Salem

  • 1100 - 1500 USD/month
    Living Costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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