MASTER OF ARTS IN INDUSTRIAL/ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

“My professors challenged me to think critically and apply what I learned to real-world situations. The program gave me the confidence and tools to grow as a consultant and leader, and I still rely on lessons from those courses in my role as an HR Business Partner.” - Jared Champa '23 M.A., HR Business Partner at Lockheed Martin

Learn to transform organizations and individuals’ work experience

With a master's in industrial/organizational psychology, you will bring psychological principles to the workplace to benefit both employees and employers.

With a degree in industrial/organizational psychology, you will:

  • Learn to work with individuals and groups on organizational change and development, leadership and management development, conflict management, team dynamics, and strategic human resource management
  • Benefit from opportunities to participate in internships or complete thesis research.
  • Enjoy a flexible course curriculum and schedule that accommodates graduate assistantships, internships, or full-time jobs
  • Have the option to complete a practicum project at the organization where you are currently employed
  • Complete the program in two years (full time) or less than three years (part time)

As well as:

  • Have the option to choose concentrations in Workplace-Human Resources Psychology, organizational development and consultation, psychology of conflict management (a graduate certificate in psychology of conflict management is also available), and talent analytics
  • Be part of a cohesive and supportive community that extends long past graduation
  • Benefit from attending professional development events and participating in professional associations
  • Begin forming your professional network with fellow students and young professionals

Application Considerations

  • GRE is not required
  • Rolling admissions
  • Merit-based scholarships and assistantships are available (if offered).

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Total Credits: 42
Length to Complete: 2-3 years
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Career Opportunities with a Master's Degree in Inudstrial/Organizational Psychology

A number of HR-related positions were among the 25 fastest growing jobs according to a LinkedIn report, 2023 Jobs on the Rise, with three positions making the top 5. The Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology reports that the median salary for M.A. graduates in I/O is $87,500, two to four years after graduating. 2022 Report (See page 7)

$110K

Organizational Psychologist or Research Consultant

6.3% Growth 2024-2034

$140K

Human Resources Directors

5% Growth 2024-2034

$77K

Benefits Analysts and Compensation Analysts

5.3% Growth 2024-2034

The info provided is designed to show just a few of the many possible careers you could pursue with a master's degree in industrial-organizational psychology. The data includes median national salaries and industry growth projections*. *U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates (September 2025). Salary data fluctuates frequently.

 

Concentrations

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The Psychology of Conflict Management Concentration

In any organization, conflict is inevitable. Through this concentration, students gain the knowledge and skills to work with interpersonal and intergroup conflict in productive ways. Students will learn the role of communication, power, identity and culture in the constructive resolution of conflict. They also learn the skills involved in negotiation and mediation of interpersonal conflict in the workplace.

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Workplace-Human Resources Psychology

Students will be able to apply psychological principles to enhance human resources and organizational functions covering key areas in training and development and performance management. This concentration will prepare students for roles in HR, where they can influence organizational strategies and contribute to the development of a thriving workplace environment.

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Organizational Development and Consultation

Change is a constant in the life of any organization. This concentration offers a valuable educational pathway for students aiming to master the dynamics of organizational change and the nuances of effective consultation. Students will have the skills to hold influential roles in Organizational Development, consulting, change management, and beyond, making them highly desirable candidates.

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Talent Analytics Concentration

Students choosing this STEM eligible concentration will be able to apply techniques of data analytics to workplace and talent management. Specifically, students will be equipped with knowledge and skills needed to source, analyze, and visualize workplace related data to inform decisions and make recommendations that will enhance organizational success.

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Selected Courses and Programs

This course provides an overview of the frameworks, theories, critical issues, and practices associated with the psychological well being of people in the workplace. The study of worker well-being, a sub-area of occupational health psychology, includes topics such as work-life integration, alternative employment schedules and employment relationships, antecedents, moderators and consequences of work stress, and organizational interventions to facilitate the health and well-being of workers in organizations.
Analysis of various theories of organizational and managerial behavior emphasizing the work organization and its internal processes. Psychological factors at play in organizational settings, including motivation, incentives, and conflict, are explored. Research findings relevant to an understanding and prediction of human behavior in organizations are also examined.
Theories, assumptions, and constraints underlying construction and application of psychological tests and measures in industry. Emphasis on selection, validation, and interpretation of appropriate standardized tests and surveys for specific applications in organizations such as employment testing and employee attitude assessment.
The meaning of work, theories of motivation, values and expectations, performance and reinforcement, job satisfaction and motivation, pay as an incentive, interventions to increase work motivation.

The University of New Haven offers a wide variety of in-depth courses that create a transformational educational experience for our students. To view the complete list of courses you'll take while pursuing a master’s degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, check out the Academic Catalog:

Industrial/Organizational Psychology, M.A. - General Concentration

Industrial/Organizational Psychology, M.A. - Workplace-Human Resources Psychology Concentration

Industrial/Organizational Psychology, M.A. - Organizational Development and Consultation Concentration

Industrial/Organizational Psychology, M.A. - Psychology of Conflict Management Concentration

Industrial/Organizational Psychology, M.A. - Talent Analytics Concentration

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Our faculty are leaders and innovators in their fields, bringing both deep professional experience and academic rigor to the classroom.

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MAIOP INFOLINE

The latest issue of MAIOP Infoline, the official newsletter of the University’s master’s degree program in industrial/organizational psychology, features faculty discussing their research, an alumni spotlight, student reflections, and a look at how students in the program create a work-life balance.

MAIOP Infoline - Spring 2026

MAIOP Infoline - Fall 2025

SOCIETY FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

The Society for Human Resource Management student members of the University of New Haven are committed toward the preparation of all of our members for careers in the Human Resources and Industrial/Organizational Psychology fields through the development of skills and abilities in the following areas:

  • Networking
  • Mentoring
  • Effective Communication
  • Group Problem Solving
  • Technological Application
  • Community Service

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Alumni Perspectives

Jonas SchmelcherJONAS SCHMELCHER '24 M.A.

Bridging I/O Psychology and HR – A Journey from Classroom to Corporate

Lindsay GordonLINDSAY GORDON '21 M.A.

From Classroom to Career: Navigating the Path to Professional Success

Jordan LueJORDAN LUE '21

Turning I/O Psychology into Impact at Connecticut Innovations

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Candidates for the master’s degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology must have:

  • An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university
  • An introductory understanding of psychological concepts, principles, and methods
  • Taken an undergraduate course in statistics before enrolling in required graduate statistics courses

All applications must provide:

  • Undergraduate transcript
  • Two (2) letters of recommendation
  • Personal statement (up to 500 words)

NOTE: GRE scores are optional

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