Industrial-Organizational (I-O) Psychology is the application of the scientific study of human behavior and thinking to work organizations. I-O Psychology is both an academic discipline and a professional discipline; thus, in this class we focus on both research and the application of research findings to practical problems in the workplace. I-O Psychologists are concerned with the recruitment, selection, training, motivation, and job performance of individuals at work. They are also involved in issues such as teamwork, leadership, and job attitudes. This class provides a general overview of research and practical application in I-O Psychology.

Industrial Psychology
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- Staff Management
- Leadership
- Leadership and Management
- Team Motivation
- Human Resource Strategy
- Management Training And Development
- People Development
- Performance Appraisal
- Human Resources Management and Planning
- Industrial and Organizational Psychology
- Organizational Leadership
- Performance Review
- Leadership Studies
- Job Analysis
- Talent Management
- Team Leadership
- Performance Analysis
- Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives
- Human Resource Management
- Human Resources
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Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
The course is extremely helpful in understanding how Pyschological are appiled in the workplace. The videos are interesting. The concepts are explained clearly . The pace of the course was good.







