
Industrial-Organizational Psychology (M.S.)
Leverage analytics and quantitative skills to take your human resources career to new heights in our I/O psychology master鈥檚 program.
Get the Technical Edge in Human Resources Leadership with 91制片厂 Tech鈥檚 M.S. in I/O Psychology
Just as their employers drive innovation and deliver results by utilizing technology, human resource professionals, too, must harness the power of data-driven insight in HR systems design and evaluation to stay on the cutting-edge. 91制片厂 Tech鈥檚 M.S. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology program is uniquely positioned to provide you with the analytical and quantitative skills that you need to take your career to the next level by focusing on the intersection of HR and technology at Chicago鈥檚 leading technology university.
Program Overview
Led by faculty who are conducting cutting-edge research on the application of analytics and new technologies in the workplace, 91制片厂 Tech鈥檚 M.S. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology will provide you with a rigorous academic experience that is taught at the intersection of human resources and technology. You鈥檒l learn to solve real-world problems in a hands-on environment and will learn to design inclusive systems with a focus on analytics, which will help you navigate complex issues such as employment discrimination, harassment, and disability accommodations.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of our master鈥檚 in industrial/organizational psychology program are prepared for a variety of roles, such as:
- Human resources manager
- Talent management specialist
- Industrial/organizational consultant
But earning an industrial/organizational psychology degree comes with much more: it is fulfilling career where you help create systems that help everyone, with an added benefit of being among the best-paid careers to pursue with a psychology degree. Learn more about an industrial/organizational career on our blog.
PSYC 552: Legal Issues in Human Resource Management You鈥檒l learn to navigate the legal intricacies that shape modern human resource management through roundtable discussions that explore issues of employment discrimination, harassment, and disability accommodations by learning how to design hiring, performance evaluation, and compensation systems that prevent discrimination.
PSYC 455: Development and Evaluation of Training in Organizations This course explores how to apply the science of motivation and instructional design and harness the power of modern learning technologies and evidence-based best practices to produce lasting changes in the workplace.
PSYC 531: Organizational Attitudes and Behavioral Seminar Unlock the secrets of organizational success by exploring the latest research and practical strategies to effectively manage the stresses of the workplace and by learning how to help shape attitudes and behaviors. You鈥檒l develop a supportive, inclusive culture and effectively manage the pressing challenges faced in today鈥檚 workforce, such as job stress, work-family conflict, and issues confronting minority and immigrant workers.
The Department of Psychology accepts Master of Science in Industrial-Organizational Psychology applications for fall entrance only. Priority will be given to applications that are submitted with supporting documents by February 15; applications received after this date will be considered on a rolling basis through May 1. Minimum requirements for admission include:
- Bachelor's degree, including evidence of familiarity with the field of psychology such as research methods and statistics; for those without this background, we offer pathways to obtain proficiency prior to starting this program
- Minimum grade-point average of 3.0
- Two to three letters of recommendation that provide evidence of aptitude for learning, communication skills, time management, and motivation. This will commonly involve at least one letter from an instructor or academic mentor familiar with your work in a classroom and/or research setting
- Professional statement鈥攖ell us your future plans and why you want to enroll in the I-O psychology program
- Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions (applications must be uploaded into the online application system)
You must complete the , regardless of which graduate program you wish to pursue. Visit our admission website to learn more about what information and documents you need to apply.
Please note that each college and individual programs may have additional requirements to apply. Please contact the Psychology department at psychology@illinoistech.edu with any questions.
Tuition and Fees
Learn more about the university鈥檚 general tuition and fees, visit the Student Accounting website.
Get In Touch
To learn more about the program, please contact Scott Morris, director of the industrial-organizational psychology program, at morriss@illinoistech.edu.