Psychology (Industrial and Organizational Psychology) ,BA
Behavior, Business, Consumer, Cross-Cultural, Help People, Human Resources, Research, Workplace, industry
Are you interested in using psychology to improve how businesses and organizations work? Industrial and organizational psychology helps make jobs more interesting and satisfying, enables workers to be more productive, and helps employers treat their employees fairly. Learning how to optimize your workplace will help you elevate your future career.
The Bachelor of Arts program in psychology with a concentration in industrial and organizational psychology prepares students to be well-versed in workplace empowerment strategies and interventions. The ultimate goal of this work is to increase the productivity and well-being of employees and the organizations that employ them.
Students gain the foundational knowledge and skills of a traditional psychology program, while focusing their studies on topics central to the field of industrial and organizational psychology. These topics include behavior and communication in organizations, testing and assessment, emotional intelligence and decision-making. Graduates of this program are prepared to apply evidence-based approaches to transform the organizations of which they are a part.
All New College psychology programs have a quantitative research focus, equipping students with skills in critical thinking, statistical analysis and academic writing. The Bachelor of Science degree differs from the BA degree in that it requires additional lab science coursework and advanced statistical training, both of which are increasingly important for destinations in research or clinical practice. The BA degree allows for exposure to a wider breadth of psychological and related topics through additional elective coursework. Both pathways provide a strong foundation for future graduate studies.
- College/school:
New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences
- Location: Online , ASU Local
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First
required math course:
MAT 119 - Finite Mathematics
or MAT 170 Precalculus or a higher level MAT course - Math
intensity: Moderate
Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year
| Transfer
| International
| Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.
It is now possible to earn an ASU degree with ASU Local, an integrated college experience in which students take advantage of in-person success coaching and programming experiences on site while completing one of 130+ undergraduate online degree programs, all of which come with online faculty interaction and tutoring support.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Through study abroad in the psychology program, students are exposed to unique differences in the human condition worldwide.
With more than 300 Global Education program opportunities available to them, students are able to tailor their experience to their unique interests and skill sets. Students in these programs build communication skills, learn to adapt and persevere, and are exposed to research and internships across the world, increasing their professional network. Participation in study abroad programs provides students with the heightened cultural competency, leadership and critical thinking skills that enhance their resumes and help them stand out in a competitive career field. Whether in a foreign country, in the U.S. or online, students in the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences can explore how their varied fields and interests interact in different settings around the world.
Graduates with an educational background in industrial and organizational psychology can pursue career opportunities in government, industry, consulting or academia. Specific roles could include:
- assessment development specialist
- data scientist
- human resources specialist
- people science and strategy manager
- product manager
- psychometric analyst
- service and testing supervisor
- workforce planning manager
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
|---|---|---|
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6.3%
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$63,080
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10.0%
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$134,870
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6.5%
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$120,000
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7.0%
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$67,780
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-4.9%
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$45,930
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5.2%
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$130,000
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5.9%
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$64,240
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School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
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FAB N101
psyonline@asu.edu
602-543-6265
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
