Program Overview
The Industrial Organizational Psychology at Northern Kentucky University is a MSc programme in Psychology over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Industrial Organizational Psychology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 855 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 556 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Highland Heights, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Industrial Organizational Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- I-O Discussion Forum
- Organizational Psychology
- Work Environments
- Cognition in the Workplace
- Univariate Statistics and Research Design
- Multivariate Statistics and Research Design
- Job Analysis and Staffing
- Psychological Testing, Measurement, and Scientific Survey Methods
- Selection and Performance Appraisal
- Training and Development
- Organizational Change and Development
- Applied Research Study - Capstone
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- A bachelor\xc2\x92s degree at a regionally accredited institution with a grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.00 on a 4.0 scale for the last 60 semester hours.
- Nine semester hours of undergraduate or graduate coursework in psychology.
- At least one undergraduate course in statistics with a grade of\xc2\xa0B\xc2\xa0or better.
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
- Scores from the general test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Scores of at least 141 on the verbal test and 144 on the quantitative test and a 3.5 on the writing test are expected.
- A current resume or vita.
- A statement of personal interest.
- Three letters of recommendation
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 855 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 556 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 855 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 556 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northern Kentucky University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Northern Kentucky University
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, United States
Northern Kentucky University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-12-17
- Start Date 2018-01-09
- Language English
- Duration 24 months