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Master of Science in Industrial Organizational Psychology

Department of Psychology

College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences

Master of Science in Industrial Organizational Psychology

Department of Psychology

College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences

Online

Program

36 Credit Hours

to Graduate

Online Tuition Rate

$649 Per Credit Hour

Low-Cost Textbooks

For All Students

Improve Performance and Productivity in Your Organization

EKU’s online master’s degree in industrial-organizational psychology provides the critical skills needed to assess the behavior of individuals in businesses and develop strategies for performance and productivity improvement within organizations.

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Career Outlook

Graduates are prepared to work in a variety of areas, including human resource management, consulting, data analysis, employee recruitment and selection, testing and development, training and development, performance appraisal and development, organizational development, change management, job design and evaluation, compensation and benefits, among others.

Job Titles Include:

  • Director of HR
  • Compensation and benefits director
  • Employment specialist
  • Assessment and development specialist
  • Director of training

Our program prepares high-quality professionals with a strong academic foundation—including theories, methods, and research findings of basic and applied psychology—and the skills to effectively apply this knowledge in private and public sector organizations.

Employers Include:

  • ADP
  • Baxter Talent
  • Brown-Forman
  • Center for Disease Control and Prevention
  • CLARK Material Handling
  • Ellucian
  • Encompass Health
  • FDA
  • Hanna Resource Group
  • Humana
  • Hunter International Recruiting
  • Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
  • Piramal Pharma Solutions
  • Sazerac Company

The Office of Academic and Career Services is a one-stop shop for all your career and professional development needs.

Services Include:

  • Creating/updating your resume and cover letter
  • Interviewing tips and coaching
  • Career documents review
  • Job search

Why EKU?

  • Low-cost textbooks through EKU BookSmart
  • No application fee
  • Reduced tuition for active-duty military members and their spouses
  • Follows the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) training guidelines
  • GRE waived for students with a 3.0 undergraduate GPA
  • Numerous applied research opportunities
  • Field experience opportunities through the Center for Applied Psychology and Workforce Development (CAPP) and a capstone project
  • High graduate placement rate

Curriculum & Admission

Providing a practitioner-focused program, EKU’s curriculum blends academic and professional preparation through course topics such as organizational psychology, training and development, performance management, and consulting and professional development.

A minimum of 36 credits are required to graduate.

View the degree requirements:

EKU Academic Catalog

Please review the admissions requirements before applying for this or any program. If you have questions about the program or are planning to register for classes, please speak to the program advisor.

Students may transfer up to 12 hours of credit from accredited institutions.

Previously earned credits must be reviewed upon admission to EKU for appropriate articulation.

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Spring AJanuary 5January
Summer AMay 5May

The admissions requirements for applicants to the M.S. Industrial-Organizational Psychology program are as follows:

  • Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor’s degree
  • A minimum of two undergraduate psychology courses including statistics and one upper division psychology course [comparable courses in relevant disciplines (e.g., business) will be considered]
  • An undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 2.75, and 3.0 overall in the last 60 hours of the bachelor’s program. Applicants with a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher are exempt from the GRE requirement
  • Targeted Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores of 149 or above on the verbal section and 144 or above on the quantitative section
  • Three (3) letters of recommendation providing evidence of academic potential from persons familiar with the applicant’s academic or employment experience
  • A personal statement addressing academic experiences, professional goals, and an explanation of why the field of I-O psychology, and specifically the EKU I-O Psychology Online Program, is a good fit. Below are some additional questions to consider as you construct your response.
  • What personal characteristics do you possess that you believe are important to the practice of I-O psychology?
  • Do you possess any particular strengths that you feel will be an asset to you in graduate school?
  • What are your professional goals and how do they match the mission of our program?
  • Describe any experiences that have particularly prepared you for graduate study in I-O psychology (e.g., work experience, research experience, particular coursework, etc.).
  • If you feel that any portion of your application does not accurately reflect your academic skills or preparation for graduate school in psychology (e.g., GRE, GPA, etc.), please explain in your personal statement.
  • Curriculum Vita/Resume

Enrolling & Advising Information

EKU’s College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences is committed to delivering high-quality enrollment and academic advising for our students. We strive to create an atmosphere of mutual trust and meaningful engagement to help students reach their academic goals and have a rewarding educational experience.

Interested in enrolling? Reach out to our enrollment advisor today.

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Student Stories & Features

  • Dr. Nicholas Hoffman

    EKU Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology & VCS in Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate
    My favorite part of being an EKU student was being able to gain experiences relevant to my field, while also networking with other professionals and leaders which opened the door for my success. I, along with my peers, had doors opened for us that lead us on pathways that were not available to us by default. It truly is a college of opportunity.

  • Keylee Emmett

    EKU Psychology Student
    Through studying psychology at EKU, I have gained valuable insight into the complexities of the human mind and behavior. The engaging lectures, supportive community, and the skilled professors and faculty have made my academic journey both enjoyable and invaluable. I am sure that the skills and knowledge I have gained at EKU will help me to succeed in my future career.

  • Sara Cannon

    EKU Applied Behavior Analysis Student
    I can’t speak highly enough of the EKU Online program. I am so grateful for all of the hard work that all of the staff put into it every day. The feeling of accomplishment and self-confidence that this opportunity has provided me is worth as much to me as the degree I’m earning.

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