Online Bachelor's Degree in Industrial /Organizational Psychology
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Bachelor’s in Psychology in Industrial/Organizational Psychology Overview
Come back and move your career forward with a bachelor’s degree in I/O psychology. Be ready to help organizations in a wide range of fields become better workplaces with stronger leaders.
- Broaden your knowledge of the principles of psychology as it relates to business and organizational settings.
- Learn to use psychology to manage and motivate talent in the workplace, develop leadership skills, and assess an organization to improve its effectiveness.
- Develop skills in coaching, assessment, selection, training, organizational development, performance (i.e., improvement, management), and work-life balance.
- Gain real-world experience and enhance your resume through an optional internship.
- Learn from psychology faculty who are working professionals in the field.
- Shorten your path to a master's degree with a graduate program pathway.
Learn Online, but Not on Your Own
Engage with and students and faculty who are professionals in the field through online discussion boards and seminars. You can also join organizations such as the Psychology Club for further networking and leadership opportunities. Join our community of support.
Purdue Global Is Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
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What Courses Will I Take?
The online Bachelor of Science in Psychology in I/O Psychology includes core curriculum that is foundational to a business psychology degree, plus a complement of focused I/O courses.
Sample Courses
- Employment and Staffing
- Organizational Behavior
- Psychology of Leadership
- Attitudes and Motivation in the Workplace
- Selection and Assessment in Organizations
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Program Requirements
1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours
3-Week Trial
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Students who choose to continue at Purdue Global will be billed for the full first term's tuition, including the 3-week trial. See Notes and Conditions below.
Admissions Requirements
You must be a high school graduate or possess a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or other equivalency diploma. You must also complete orientation before you start classes.
Refer to the University Catalog or speak to an Advisor to learn more.
Upcoming Start Dates
We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.
Earn Credit for Prior Coursework and Experience
The average bachelor's degree student pays $15k and takes 2.3 years to complete their degree.
Ways to Save on Time and Tuition
Purdue Global works with students to find ways to reduce costs and make education more accessible. Contact us to learn about opportunities to save on your educational costs.
Transfer Credits
Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions, including community colleges.
Prior Work Experience Reduction
You could earn undergraduate credit for your life and professional career experiences.
Financial Aid
Learn about federal financial aid programs available for many of our degree programs.
Grants and Loans
Learn about federal and state grants and loan programs that may be available.
Corporate Partner Benefits
Employees of Purdue Global partner organizations may be eligible for special tuition reductions.
Military Tuition Reduction
Undergraduate tuition savings for military include a 55% reduction per credit for current servicemembers and 38% per credit for veterans.
Prior Military Experience
Earn credit for your military training. The average Purdue Global military student is awarded 54% of the credits needed for an associate's and 45% of the credits needed for a bachelor's.
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Possible Behavioral Interview Questions for This Field of Study
- Describe a group project you were involved in. How did you help the team stay organized and meet its deadlines?
- Describe a situation when you noticed a process or system could be improved. What did you do?
- Describe a time when you had to explain a policy, concept, or procedure to someone who was having trouble understanding it. What did you do to ensure they fully grasped the information?
- Tell me about a time when you had to balance multiple responsibilities or deadlines. How did you prioritize your tasks?
- Describe a time when you analyzed data to guide a decision or recommendation. What steps did you take to interpret the information effectively?
Sample Skills Developed and Used in This Field
- Project Management
- Human Resources Management
- Performance Management
- Process Improvement
- Communication
- Management
- Leadership
- Writing
- Problem Solving
- Digital Literacy
- Organizational Effectiveness
- Training and Development
- Industrial Organizational Psychology
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Development
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