Offering Campuses  Program Overview Program Learning Outcomes Admission Requirements Exceptions to the Minimum Grade Point Average Applications to Multiple Campuses Admissions Notification Graduation Requirements Program Requirements

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Offering Campuses

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Argosy University, Atlanta; Argosy University, Chicago; Argosy University, Dallas; Argosy University, Denver; Argosy University, Inland Empire; Argosy University, Phoenix;  Argosy University, Sarasota; Argosy University, Schaumburg; Argosy University, Tampa; Argosy University, Twin Cities

Program Overview

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The Master of Arts (MA) in Industrial Organizational Psychology degree program is designed to apply the knowledge of industrial organizational psychology to issues involving individuals and groups in organizational and work settings. This program is designed to prepare students for careers in areas such as compensation, training, data analysis, consultation, statistical decision making, organizational development, leadership, and human resource management positions. The curriculum is competency based, focusing on the outcomes of training and on the knowledge, skills, and behavior necessary to function as a master’s level professional in Industrial Organizational Psychology.

Program Learning Outcomes

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1. Knowledge and Understanding of the Field of Industrial Organizational Psychology.
   Demonstrate an understanding of industrial organizational psychology that integrates the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, applications, historical trends, and key figures in the field.
2. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving in the Field of Industrial Organizational Psychology.
   Given an organizational issue, integrate and use techniques from business and the behavioral sciences to evaluate potential problems, diagnose possible causes, and develop and defend appropriate courses of action using the theoretical foundations and current research in the industrial/ organizational field.
3. Apply Industrial Organizational Research and Assessment Practices.
   Given an industrial organizational objective, select, integrate and apply appropriate research methods, assessment instruments, statistical analyses, needs assessment techniques, program evaluation methods, job evaluation methods, and personnel evaluation methods to strategies designed to obtain the objective.
4. Knowledge of Industrial Organizational Behavior, Development, and Change Strategies.
   Given an organization’s target for development or change, analyze organizational and work behavior in relation to the target, evaluate the need for and influences of change on the organization and organizational members, and apply appropriate models, theories, and principles to facilitate healthy change and development.
5. Competency in Ethics as They Apply to Industrial Organizational Practices.
   When establishing strategies to address organizational objectives, identify relevant ethical standards from the fields of business and the behavioral sciences, evaluate the potential for ethical dilemmas or violations, and make evidence-based decisions that integrate and incorporate personal, social, and corporate responsibility.
6. Competency in Diversity as it Applies to Industrial Organizational Practices.
   Analyze and evaluate how diversity influences industrial organizational issues, and develop change strategies that demonstrate an appreciation of how diversity influences individuals and groups within the organization
7. Competency in Oral and Written Communication.
   Communicate orally and in writing to individuals and groups using appropriate formats and technology in a manner that is professional, concise, clear, organized, well supported, and relevant to the context.
8. Demonstrate Competency in Assessing and Modifying Motivation and Performance Issues.
   When planning and implementing strategies that pertain to industrial organizational performance, identify relevant motivational and performance issues, and apply appropriate motivational, training, and coaching models and principles to the strategies.

Admission Requirements

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• A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, a nationally accredited institution approved and documented by the faculty and dean of the College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, or an appropriately certified foreign institution.
• A 2.7 grade point average for the bachelor’s degree used as the basis of admission, or a grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a scale of 4.0) for the last 60 hours of coursework (including graduate work).
• A minimum score of 550 on the written TOEFL® or 79 on the TOEFL® Internet (iBT) is also required for all applicants whose native language is not English or who have not graduated from an institution at which English is the language of instruction.

All applications for admission must be submitted to the Admissions Department. An admissions representative is available to help interested applicants complete the following required documentation:

• Completed Application for Admission Form
• Application fee (Non-refundable, except in California and Arizona. In the state of Arizona, the application fee is refundable if the application is canceled within three business days of the applicant signing the Enrollment Agreement.)
• Three completed Applicant Recommendation Forms
• If the basis of admission is an earned bachelor’s degree with a 2.7 grade point average, an official transcript from the degree granting institution
• If the basis of admission is a cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a scale of 4.0) for the last 60 hours of coursework, official transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended during the 60 hours of study

Exceptions to the Minimum Grade Point Average

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Applicants with grade point average between 2.5 and 2.7 may be considered for admission on an exception basis. Exceptions must be approved by the program chair or designee. Exceptions must be documented, signed, placed, and retained in the student’s academic file. Students admitted on an exception basis will be assigned provisional status. See “Exceptions to Admission Requirements” in this catalog under “Admission Policies .”

Applicants with a grade point average between 2.0 and 2.4 may be considered for admission with significant evidence of academic and professional potential demonstrated by career and/or personal accomplishments indicated in the statement of academic and professional goals, the career summary, and academic or professional letters of recommendation. Exceptions must be approved by the program chair or designee. Exceptions must be justified, documented, signed, placed, and retained in the student’s academic file. Students admitted on an exception basis will be assigned provisional status. See “Exceptions to Admission Requirements” in this catalog under “Admission Policies .

 Applications to Multiple Campuses

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Applicants who are undecided with respect to the location they wish to attend should submit an application and full set of application materials to their location of first choice. Applicants who are accepted into their location of first choice and who, prior to beginning the program, determine they want to complete the same program at a different location, should notify the initial location of record of that intent. Provided that the same program is available, all previous approvals and credits accepted will remain in force. If an individual requests to change programs, he or she will need to meet all admission requirements of the new program.

Admissions Notification

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Students are notified in writing of the decision made by the Admissions Committee. The Admissions Committee decisions are final and not subject to appeal. Applicants who have been denied admission may reapply after the passage of one year from the date of denial by submitting all documents required of a new applicant. Individuals who intend to reapply for admission are required to contact the Admissions Department prior to reapplying.

Graduation Requirements

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To be eligible for graduation, students will be responsible for completing the program requirements that are in effect at the time of admission. Argosy University retains the right to modify these requirements in accordance with the demands of the profession. To be eligible for graduation, students must meet the following requirements:

• Successful completion of all program requirements, including a total of 42  semester credit hours, which must be completed by the end of the fifth year of matriculation
• Successful completion of the Comprehensive Examination
• GPA of at least 3.0 (on a scale of 4.0), and a grade of “B-” or better in all courses
• Completion of all degree requirements within a maximum time frame of five years
• A completed Petition to Graduate submitted to campus administration

Program Requirements

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The MA in Industrial Organizational Psychology degree program requires the satisfactory completion of 42 credit hours.