Industrial-Organizational (I-O) Psychology is the application of the scientific study of human behavior and thinking to work organizations. I-O Psychology is both an academic discipline and a professional discipline; thus, in this class we focus on both research and the application of research findings to practical problems in the workplace. I-O Psychologists are concerned with the recruitment, selection, training, motivation, and job performance of individuals at work. They are also involved in issues such as teamwork, leadership, and job attitudes. This class provides a general overview of research and practical application in I-O Psychology.
This course provides students with essential knowledge and skills for career success by offering practical insights into key workplace areas, such as performance management, job analysis, leadership, teamwork, motivation, and stress management. Students will be better equipped to understand or support human resource initiatives, improve organizational processes, and contribute to healthy, productive work environments by understanding how to evaluate and enhance employee performance, foster diversity and inclusion, and promote well-being. Additionally, mastering research methods and data analysis will empower students to make evidence-based decisions, a critical competency for the current workforce.
This module provides an overview of industrial-organizational (I-O) psychology, including its history, key areas of focus, applications in the workplace, and the importance of national culture in modern organizations. It also introduces the research methods used in I-O psychology, emphasizing how data is collected, analyzed, and applied to solve organizational challenges.
This module focuses on defining job performance and exploring its role as a critical outcome in organizations. Students will learn how to conduct a job analysis to identify the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics (KSAOs) required for effective performance and how these processes address the criterion problem.
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10 videos4 readings4 assignments
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10 videos•Total 67 minutes
Module 2 Introduction•1 minute
Dimensionality of Job Performance - Pt. 1•9 minutes
Dimensionality of Job Performance - Pt. 2•5 minutes
Dimensionality of Job Performance - Pt. 3•8 minutes
Basics of Measuring JP - Pt. 1•5 minutes
Basics of Measuring JP - Pt. 2•5 minutes
Job Analysis - Pt. 1•7 minutes
Job Analysis - Pt. 2•9 minutes
Job Analysis - Pt. 3•9 minutes
Job Analysis - Pt. 4•8 minutes
4 readings•Total 190 minutes
Dimensionality of Job Performance•60 minutes
Basics of Measuring Job Performance •60 minutes
Job Analysis Fundamentals and Advancements•60 minutes
Module 2 Summary•10 minutes
4 assignments•Total 165 minutes
Dimensionality of Job Performance Quiz•15 minutes
Basics of Measuring Job Performance Quiz•15 minutes
Job Analysis Fundamentals and Advancements Quiz•15 minutes
Module 2 Summative Assessment•120 minutes
Module 3: Individual Differences and Selection
Module 3•8 hours to complete
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This module examines the role of individual differences, such as personality, cognitive abilities, and skills, in workplace outcomes. Students will explore how these characteristics are assessed and used in employee selection processes, with an emphasis on fairness and predictive validity.
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16 videos4 readings4 assignments
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16 videos•Total 114 minutes
Module 3 Introduction•1 minute
Individual Differences - Pt. 1•11 minutes
Individual Differences - Pt. 2•8 minutes
Individual Differences - Pt. 3•8 minutes
Individual Differences - Pt. 4•5 minutes
Fundamentals of Measuring IDs - Pt. 1•8 minutes
Fundamentals of Measuring IDs - Pt. 2•5 minutes
Fundamentals of Measuring IDs - Pt. 3•9 minutes
Fundamentals of Measuring IDs - Pt. 4•7 minutes
Fundamentals of Measuring IDs - Pt. 5•4 minutes
Staffing Decisions - Pt.1•9 minutes
Staffing Decisions - Pt.2•8 minutes
Staffing Decisions - Pt.3•9 minutes
Staffing Decisions - Pt.4•6 minutes
Staffing Decisions - Pt.5•7 minutes
Staffing Decisions - Pt.6•10 minutes
4 readings•Total 190 minutes
Individual Differences•60 minutes
Fundamentals of Measuring Individual Differences•60 minutes
Staffing Decisions•60 minutes
Module 3 Summary•10 minutes
4 assignments•Total 165 minutes
Individual Differences Quiz•15 minutes
Fundamentals of Measuring Individual Differences Quiz•15 minutes
This module covers the strategies organizations use to manage and develop their workforce. Topics include performance appraisal systems, goal setting, and designing and evaluating employee training programs to ensure skill development and alignment with organizational objectives.
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14 videos4 readings4 assignments
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14 videos•Total 98 minutes
Module 4 Introduction•1 minute
PM Definition, Substance, Process - Pt. 1•8 minutes
PM Definition, Substance, Process - Pt. 2•6 minutes
PM Definition, Substance, Process - Pt. 3•6 minutes
PM Definition, Substance, Process - Pt. 4•10 minutes
Social & Legal Context of PM - Pt. 1•8 minutes
Social & Legal Context of PM - Pt. 2•8 minutes
Social & Legal Context of PM - Pt. 3•7 minutes
L&D Basics - Pt. 1•8 minutes
L&D Basics - Pt. 2•10 minutes
L&D Basics - Pt. 3•5 minutes
L&D Basics - Pt. 4•9 minutes
L&D Basics - Pt. 5•3 minutes
L&D Basics - Pt. 6•7 minutes
4 readings•Total 190 minutes
Performance Management: Definition, Substance, and Process•60 minutes
Social & Legal Context of Performance Management•60 minutes
The Basics of Employee Learning & Development•60 minutes
Module 4 Summary•10 minutes
4 assignments•Total 165 minutes
Performance Management: Definition, Substance, and Process Quiz•15 minutes
Social & Legal Context of Performance Management Quiz•15 minutes
The Basics of Employee Learning & Development Quiz•15 minutes
Module 4 Summative Assessment•120 minutes
Module 5: Motivation, Attitudes, and Emotions at Work
Module 5•7 hours to complete
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This module explores the factors that drive employee motivation, the formation and impact of job attitudes such as satisfaction and commitment, and the role of emotions in the workplace. Students will learn how these elements influence individual and organizational performance.
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9 videos4 readings4 assignments
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9 videos•Total 69 minutes
Module 5 Introduction•1 minute
Work Motivation Theories - Pt. 1•6 minutes
Work Motivation Theories - Pt. 2•9 minutes
Work Motivation Theories - Pt. 3•10 minutes
Work Motivation Theories - Pt. 4•7 minutes
Attitudes, Emotions & Work - Pt. 1•9 minutes
Attitudes, Emotions & Work - Pt. 2•8 minutes
Special Topics in Mtv & Attitudes - Pt. 1•8 minutes
Special Topics in Mtv & Attitudes - Pt. 2•10 minutes
4 readings•Total 190 minutes
Theories of Motivation Relevant to Work •60 minutes
Attitudes, Emotions, and Work•60 minutes
Special Topics Related to Motivation & Attitudes•60 minutes
Module 5 Summary•10 minutes
4 assignments•Total 165 minutes
Theories of Motivation Relevant to Work Quiz•15 minutes
Attitudes, Emotions, and Work Quiz•15 minutes
Special Topics Related to Motivation & Attitudes Quiz•15 minutes
Module 5 Summative Assessment•120 minutes
Module 6: Stress and Worker Well-Being
Module 6•7 hours to complete
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This module examines the impact of work on employee health and well-being, focusing on stress, burnout, and work-life balance. Students will explore organizational strategies for promoting health and managing stress to foster a productive and supportive work environment.
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9 videos4 readings4 assignments
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9 videos•Total 59 minutes
Module 6 Introduction•1 minute
Understanding Stress - Pt. 1•8 minutes
Understanding Stress - Pt. 2•6 minutes
Understanding Stress - Pt. 3•8 minutes
Theories of Stress, Burnout, & Work-Life Interface - Pt. 1•10 minutes
Theories of Stress, Burnout, & Work-Life Interface - Pt. 2•8 minutes
Managing Stress & Promoting Well-Being - Pt. 1•7 minutes
Managing Stress & Promoting Well-Being - Pt. 2•6 minutes
Managing Stress & Promoting Well-Being - Pt. 3•5 minutes
4 readings•Total 190 minutes
Understanding Stress•60 minutes
Theories of Stress, Burnout, and the Work-Life Interface •60 minutes
Managing Stress and Promoting Well-Being•60 minutes
Module 6 Summary•10 minutes
4 assignments•Total 165 minutes
Understanding Stress Quiz•15 minutes
Theories of Stress, Burnout, and the Work-Life Interface Quiz•15 minutes
Managing Stress and Promoting Well-Being Quiz•15 minutes
Module 6 Summative Assessment•120 minutes
Module 7: Fairness, Justice, and Diversity in the Workplace
Module 7•7 hours to complete
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This module explores the principles of fairness and justice as they relate to organizational decision-making and practices. Students will examine how diversity and inclusion efforts impact workplace outcomes and analyze the role of legal frameworks and ethical considerations in promoting equitable treatment. The module also emphasizes strategies for creating fair and inclusive organizational cultures.
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10 videos4 readings4 assignments
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10 videos•Total 61 minutes
Module 7 Introduction•1 minute
Principles of Fairness & Justice in Orgs - Pt. 1•5 minutes
Principles of Fairness & Justice in Orgs - Pt. 2•8 minutes
Principles of Fairness & Justice in Orgs - Pt. 3•9 minutes
Diversity, Inclusion, & Workplace Outcomes - Pt. 1•7 minutes
Diversity, Inclusion, & Workplace Outcomes - Pt. 2•3 minutes
Diversity, Inclusion, & Workplace Outcomes - Pt. 3•6 minutes
Building Inclusive & Equitable Workplaces - Pt. 1•9 minutes
Building Inclusive & Equitable Workplaces - Pt. 2•8 minutes
Building Inclusive & Equitable Workplaces - Pt. 3•5 minutes
4 readings•Total 190 minutes
Principles of Fairness and Justice in Organizations•60 minutes
Diversity, Inclusion, and Workplace Outcomes•60 minutes
Building Inclusive and Equitable Workplaces•60 minutes
Module 7 Summary•10 minutes
4 assignments•Total 165 minutes
Principles of Fairness and Justice in Organizations Quiz•15 minutes
Diversity, Inclusion, and Workplace Outcomes Quiz•15 minutes
Building Inclusive and Equitable Workplaces Quiz•15 minutes
Module 7 Summative Assessment•120 minutes
Module 8: Leadership and Teams in Organizations
Module 8•7 hours to complete
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This module focuses on the dynamics of leadership and teamwork in organizations. Students will explore leadership theories, team processes, and strategies for building effective collaboration, fostering innovation, and achieving organizational goals.
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12 videos4 readings4 assignments
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12 videos•Total 80 minutes
Module 8 Introduction•1 minute
Leadership Theories & Styles - Pt. 1•6 minutes
Leadership Theories & Styles - Pt. 2•8 minutes
Leadership Theories & Styles - Pt. 3•4 minutes
Leadership Theories & Styles - Pt. 4•10 minutes
Team Dynamics & Processes - Pt. 1•8 minutes
Team Dynamics & Processes - Pt. 2•8 minutes
Team Dynamics & Processes - Pt. 3•9 minutes
Leadership & Teams in a Changing Workplace - Pt. 1•8 minutes
Leadership & Teams in a Changing Workplace - Pt. 2•5 minutes
Leadership & Teams in a Changing Workplace - Pt. 3•6 minutes
Leadership & Teams in a Changing Workplace - Pt. 4•7 minutes
4 readings•Total 190 minutes
Leadership Theories and Styles•60 minutes
Team Dynamics and Processes•60 minutes
Special Topics in Leadership and Teams•60 minutes
Module 8 Summary•10 minutes
4 assignments•Total 165 minutes
Leadership Theories and Styles Quiz•15 minutes
Team Dynamics and Processes Quiz•15 minutes
Special Topics in Leadership and Teams Quiz•15 minutes
Module 8 Summative Assessment•120 minutes
Summative Course Assessment
Module 9•3 hours to complete
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This module contains the summative course assessment that has been designed to evaluate your understanding of the course material and assess your ability to apply the knowledge you have acquired throughout the course.
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1 assignment
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1 assignment•Total 180 minutes
Summative Course Assessment•180 minutes
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