Master of Arts in Organizational Psychology PROGRAM (MA)

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: How Long Does the Program Take to Complete?

A: The program is designed to be completed in 12 months, including a summer semester.

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Q: What’s the Difference between the MA in Organizational Psychology and the Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching at MSPP?

A: Graduates from the MA in Organizational Psychology program are equipped to intervene at the systems, team, and at the individual level to effect change in organizations. They assess, guide, intervene in, and evaluate organizational structures and work processes.  Graduates of the Certificate Program in Executive Coaching are equipped with very specific skills.  Their credential enables them engage with managers and leaders of organizations helping them build and achieve key business results.

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Q: What do Organizational Psychologists do?

A: Organizational psychologists work both within organizations and as independent consultants.  They apply psychological principles and research methods to the workplace in the interest of improving productivity and the quality of work life. Many serve as human resources specialists, helping organizations with staffing, training, and employee development,t and employee morale and retention. Others work as systems consultants in the areas of leadership coaching, team-building, strategic planning, quality management, and facilitating organizational change.

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Q: Can a student work and attend the Organizational Psychology Graduate Program at the same time?

A: While this program is not designed for part-time study, the curriculum and format are designed to accommodate a working professional and family person. The MA in Organizational Psychology is a fast-paced,  intensive, 12-month, 30-credit degree program designed for working professionals who desire to expand, deepen, and sharpen their skills in leading and sustaining changes in organizations. The courses are sequential and build upon each other. Courses are conducted at an onsite monthly intensive weekend followed by and integrated with online and distance learning module to accommodate the work and family schedules of students.

Updated 11/15/07