I/O Psychology Notes

Scientific study of human behavior in organizations and the workplace, applying psychological theories to solve workplace-related problems.

Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Field focused on employee recruitment, selection, training, and performance appraisal to find the best candidates for jobs.

Personnel Psychology

Examines how organizational structures and cultures influence employee behavior and well-being, aiming to improve effectiveness and satisfaction.

Organizational Psychology

Study of interactions between people and their work environments, aiming to design tools and workplaces that enhance efficiency and safety.

Human Factors/Ergonomics

Phenomenon where employees' productivity increases when they feel observed and valued, identified during the Hawthorne Studies.

Hawthorne Effect

Systematic process to identify and define job duties, responsibilities, and requirements, critical for HR functions like employee selection and training.

Job Analysis

Acronym for Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other characteristics necessary for job performance.

KSAO

Document that outlines the roles, responsibilities, and requirements of a job, essential for clarity in employee selection and training.

Job Description

Systematic evaluation of an employee's job performance against predefined criteria, used for feedback and development.

Performance Appraisal

Ensuring fair compensation relative to colleagues within the same organization based on job value.

Internal Pay Equity

Principle advocating for equal compensation for jobs with similar skill levels and responsibilities, regardless of who performs them.

Comparable Worth

Groups shielded by law from workplace discrimination, including gender, age, religion, and disability.

Protected Class

Treating an employee less favorably due to their membership in a protected class.

Direct Discrimination

Unwanted conduct of a sexual nature that creates a hostile work environment, explicitly prohibited under Philippine law.

Sexual Harassment

Philippine law regulating the collection, use, and storage of personal data, ensuring employee data protection and consent.

Data Privacy Act