Careers in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

A series of flashcards that cover key concepts and terms related to Industrial and Organizational Psychology.

I/O Psychology

Field of psychology that applies principles of psychology to the workplace.

Personnel Psychology

Focuses on employee behavior, including selection, placement, evaluation, and training.

Organizational Psychology

Focuses on workplace structure, leadership, environment, and worker satisfaction.

Human Factors/Ergonomics

The study of how human abilities and limitations affect interactions with systems and environments.

Occupational Health and Safety

Field concerned with the prevention and early intervention of workplace-related diseases and injuries.

Psychometric Properties

Characteristics of psychological tests that ensure their reliability and validity.

Organizational Behavior

Study of how individuals behave in organizational contexts and how to manage such behavior effectively.

Organizational Climate Assessment

Evaluates employee satisfaction, health and safety, and productivity within an organization.

Ergonomics

Science of designing the workplace to fit the individual, enhancing their interactions with machines.

Core Activities of I/O Psychologists

Roles such as consultants providing expertise, administrators in HR, and researchers studying various workplace factors.

Research Questions in I/O Psychology

Investigative questions about workplace phenomena, such as employee behavior across organizational sizes.

Educational Requirements for I/O Psychologists

Courses in research methods, human resources, and specific psychology practicum opportunities.

Median Income by Degree Level

Earnings expectations, with variations across doctoral and master's degrees in I/O Psychology.

Differences between I/O and Business Programs

Distinctive coursework in I/O Programs compared to typical MBA programs, focusing on psychological principles.

Becoming an I/O Psychologist

Requirement of a Master's or Doctoral degree, with a doctoral degree typically necessary for academia and the title of psychologist.