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Admission
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SUMMER)
What You’ll Learn
Expand Your Knowledge
Understand the scientific merit of industrial/organizational
professional literature.
Understand Research & Theory
Understand theoretical and research findings from the discipline of
industrial/organizational psychology.
Adhere to Ethical Standards
Apply ethical principles and standards of psychology to academic and
professional activities.
Embrace Diversity
Understand, respect, and respond to differences and diversity in the
practice of industrial/organizational psychology.
Administer Psychological Testing
Accurately select, administer, score, and interpret psychological
tests in the workplace.
Present Professionally
Effectively communicate psychological concepts and information within
the professional community and public.
Program Features
Our program offers additional benefits you might be interested in.
Scholar-Practitioner Faculty
Learn the latest in theory and practice from experienced doctoral
faculty who are actively engaged in their professions.
Real-World Application
Our competency-based education approach allows you to immediately
apply coursework learning to the work you do every day.
Flexible Schedule
Thanks to FlexPath, you can earn your degree on your own schedule, at
your own pace, potentially saving you time and money.
Professionally Credible, Professionally Aligned
This program is built on core foundational psychology coursework to ensure professional credibility, and designed for those interested in applying psychological theories to help companies restructure to gain organizational effectiveness.
Cost & Learning Formats
We know you’re busy—you need a learning experience tailored to your
life, not the other way around. That's why Capella offers two 100
percent competency-based, online learning formats to best fit your
needs. Which learning format is right for you? Take our Path Finder Quiz
Our original learning format offers extra structure for those who
want it. We'll set the schedule, you meet the deadlines.
- Based on the quarter system; 1-3 courses per 10-week quarter
- 1 semester credit = 1.5 quarter credits
- Weekly assignments and courseroom discussions
- Pay for what you take, price varies by courseload or term
Our self-paced learning format lets you take courses at your own
speed, moving onto the next course when you're ready.
- Take unlimited courses (up to two at a time) per 12-week billing session
- 2 Capella quarter credits = 1 program point
- Set your own deadlines, no courseroom discussions
- Pay a flat tuition fee per session*
*This is only an estimate, using general program
pricing. Your price may be higher or lower depending on
your specialization, transfer credits, tuition discounts, and (in
FlexPath) the speed at which you move through the program. Fees,
including application fees and resource kits, are not included in
this estimate. The GuidedPath prices show the tuition you would pay
if you brought in the average number of transfer credits or the
maximum allowed transfer credits. The FlexPath prices show the
tuition you would pay if you brought in an average number of
transfer credits and you moved at the speed of a typical FlexPath
student or as quickly as the fastest FlexPath students (90th
percentile). New or recently revised programs base their estimate on
comparable programs. Military Tuition Assistance (TA) is not
available for FlexPath.
Get the Details
Speak with an enrollment counselor to get a personalized cost estimate for what you can expect to pay.
Ways to Save
At Capella, we believe your education is an investment in your future. It’s also an investment within your grasp. Your goals are achievable—there are more ways to save than you might think.
Employer & Association Discounts
Many employers and organizations partner with Capella to offer
tuition discounts. Talk to an enrollment counselor to learn
more.
10% Military Discount
Active-duty military service members, their spouses, and veterans
could be eligible for a discount.
Transfer Credits
We can accept many transfer credits from regionally accredited
schools.
Flexible, Engaging Online Learning
Access your online learning environment anytime, anywhere, with any device, and set your own schedule while meeting deadlines.
Accredited & Respected
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet
standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and
fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
Sample Courses
Courses in our master's in psychology, industrial/organizational
psychology program cover leadership theories, group development,
motivation and workplace performance, conflict resolution, and
processes.
Some of the courses you will take:
| Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|
| PSY8711 | Principles of Industrial/Organizational Psychology |
| PSY7860 | Survey of Research Methods |
| PSY8730 | Consultation Psychology |
| PSY8720 | Psychology of Leadership |
| PSY8740 | Industrial/Organizational Psychology Practices in Human Resource Management |
Faculty & Support
You’re never going it alone at Capella. Our dedicated faculty and support teams are waiting to guide, help, and
advise you through every step of your educational journey.
Enrollment Counselors
These folks are superstars. We hear it from our students (and grads).
They’re here to help find a program fit and set you up for
success.
Advisors
Want to learn more about courses, instructors, or resources? Ask our
advisors—they know all about the details of your program.
Faculty
Our distinguished faculty members hold top credentials in their
fields. They’re here to teach the knowledge and skills you’ll need,
now.
Career Center
For this team, it’s more than résumés and interview tips. It’s about
thoughtful and strategic career planning—beyond graduation.
Relevant Blog Posts
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Key differences between industrial/organizational psychology and leadership coaching degrees.
What Is I/O Psychology?
A review of the education and preparation necessary for a career in industrial/organizational psychology.
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Psychology is more than one-on-one therapy. Explore 10 other career
options for master’s in psychology graduates.
Move Forward in Your Career
Here are just some of the career options you could explore with our
MS in Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology degree.
Related Job Titles to Explore*
- Manager or director of training
- Adjunct or part-time faculty
- Instructor
- Assessment specialist
- Manager or director of human resources or organizational development
- Research associate
- Organizational consultant (internal or external)
- Self-employment
- Executive/leadership coach (internal or external)
- Manager or director of labor relations
Related Employment Settings to Explore
- Community college
- Land-based or online college or university
- Industrial setting
- Corporation
- Military
- Government—local, state, federal
- Organizational consulting firm
- Research organization
- Health care
- Nonprofit organization
*These are examples intended to serve as a general guide. Some
positions may prefer or even require previous experience, licensure,
certifications, and/or other designations along with a degree. Because
many factors determine what position an individual may attain, Capella
cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific job title, a
promotion, salary increase, or other career outcome. We encourage you
to research requirements for your job target and career goals.
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