Aims and Learning Outcomes

Aims

• Provide an environment conducive to learning knowledge and skills in the areas of work and organizational psychology;
• Give exposure to contemporary theories and best practices in work and organizational psychology;
• Build a learning community that nurtures students, fosters interpersonal skills, and builds team spirit; and
• Develop a strategic perspective on work and organizational psychology in equipping organisations to thrive within complex and rapidly changing environments.

Learning Outcomes

On completing the MSc programme in work and organizational psychology, students will be able to:

• Apply skills and knowledge for managing and developing people in the continuously changing work environment;
• Think critically in solving problems regarding the management of individual members and work teams;
• Make informed human resource decisions with reference to best practices, organisational constraints, and environmental demands; and
• Implement consulting psychology/human resource strategies to support the development of quality of work life and occupational well-being of employees.