MS in Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Learn how to apply the latest theory and principles in industrial and organizational (I/O) psychology to create stronger organizations and improve employee performance in one of the first I/O master’s programs offered online.

Prepare to advance your career and drive organizational change as a:

  • Consultant
  • Corporate trainer
  • Human resource manager
  • Researcher

Fast Facts

Next Start Date: July 10, 2023

Transfer Credits: Up to 23 credits

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Specializations

Gain an understanding of the roles within organizations and teams and examine what elements are needed to build synergy among individuals and create a healthy workforce.
Deepen your understanding of both the employees’ work environment and organizational performance as a whole.
Inspire positive change. You can make a real difference in people’s lives. Integrate research-based practices about growth and development as an evidence-based organizational coach.
Prepare to become a competitive job candidate by honing interdisciplinary skills that can be applied to talent selection and management, training and development, and organizational change.
Deepen your knowledge of workplace and organizational behavior to help create work environments in which employees and organizations can reach their full potential.
Design your own program of study by choosing any three specialization courses included in the M.S. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology program to fulfill the specialization course requirement.

Two Ways to Learn

Choose the learning path that fits your life and experience. Here are the two ways to earn your degree:

Two ways to learn
Course-Based LearningThe standard, guided pace to earn your degree. Tempo LearningThe flexible pace, ideal for some students.
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Deadlines to make steady progress Pace Set your own pace, and speed up or slow down when needed
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Faculty guide you through your courses as you earn your degree Support Faculty support when you need it and a personal academic coach
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Tuition Savings and Financial Aid*
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Two ways to learn
Course-Based LearningThe standard, guided pace to earn your degree Tempo LearningThe flexible pace, ideal for some students.
Time
Structured schedule Flexible Schedule
Pace
Deadlines to make steady progress Set your own pace, and speed up or slow down when needed
Tuition
Pay by the course All-you-can-learn subscription fee
Support
Faculty guide you through your courses as you earn your degree Faculty support when you need it and a personal academic coach
Expert Walden Faculty
Tuition Savings and Financial Aid*
Accreditation

*May not be available for all degree programs.

More about our MS in I/O Psychology program

As a graduate of Walden's MS in I/O Psychology program, your career options may include:*

  • Employee development consultant or trainer
  • Organizational consultant
  • Human resources manager or consultant
  • Researcher

*Career options may require additional experience, training, or other factors beyond the successful completion of this degree program.

Program Admission Considerations: All specializations require a bachelor's degree or higher.

General Admission Requirements: Completed online application and transcripts. Please note that the materials you are required to submit may vary depending on the academic program to which you apply. More information for international applicants.

 
Walden’s Enrollment Specialists are committed to helping you identify and leverage opportunities to save money on your education. Get in touch with an Enrollment Specialist today at 888-968-5331 to learn more.
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Why earn your MS in I/O Psychology at Walden?

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Accelerate to Doctoral

You can apply up to 40 credits from this program towards our PhD in I/O Psychology program.

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Social Change

Become a change-maker with Walden; make a difference in your community.

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Exceptional Student Support

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exceptional-student-services

Accelerate to Doctoral

You can apply up to 40 credits from this program towards our PhD in I/O Psychology program.

group of students

Social Change

Become a change-maker with Walden; make a difference in your community.

relevant-curriculum

Exceptional Student Support

Benefit from our 24/7 tech support, Writing Center, Career Services Center, and more.

“I had to make sure the college I chose was accredited and user-friendly with a challenging curriculum."

Ginger Jenkins | MS in Forensic Psychology Graduate, PhD in Psychology Student

This tuition reduction is only available to new students in good standing residing in California, Georgia, or Texas who begin classes on November 25, 2019. This offer may only be combined with the 10% tuition reduction for U.S.-based partner organizations, military reduction, or incremental offers. Student is responsible for other non-tuition costs, including but not limited to university and program and custom-related fees and taxes. The grant funds will be applied to the student’s account approximately 4 to 6 weeks from the start date and applied up to $400 per term for the first 5 consecutive terms after enrollment, beginning in the first term. Student must be enrolled continuously (without break) to receive full grant. Any unused portion due to a break in attendance will be forfeited.

Enrollment Restrictions by State

Walden currently cannot enroll residents of the following states/districts into the MS in Industrial and Organizational Psychology program: Washington.

Note on Licensure

The MS in Industrial and Organizational Psychology is not a licensure program and does not prepare an individual to become a licensed psychology professional.

ONGOING MILITARY OFFER:

A 15% tuition reduction for servicemembers, veterans of the U.S. armed forces, employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and their spouses.*

*A 15% tuition reduction is available to new students who are servicemembers, veterans of the U.S. armed forces, or employees of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This tuition reduction is also available if you are a spouse of a servicemember, veteran, or employee of the VA. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course.

Walden may change the tuition reduction offered hereunder at any time, but such change will not affect the tuition reduction for students who are currently enrolled at Walden and using the existing tuition reduction. All tuition reductions, grants, or scholarships are subject to specific eligibility requirements. Contact a Walden University Enrollment Specialist for details.

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