MS in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Program Overview

Fairfield University's Industrial/Organizational Psychology MS program prepares individuals to apply psychological principles to enhance employee experiences and organizational performance. The program combines academic rigor with practical skills, targeting professionals seeking career advancement or new paths in I/O psychology. Graduates pursue careers in HR, consulting, and research, with support from the university's Career Center and alumni network.

Program Outline

Industrial/Organizational Psychology MS program at Fairfield University

Degree Overview:

• Focus: Applying psychology to workplaces to enhance employee experience and organizational performance.
• Approach: Scientist-practitioner model combining knowledge and practical skills.
• Target Audience: Individuals interested in advancing careers or pursuing new paths within I/O psychology.
• Program Length: Traditional MS (2 years), 5-year BS/MS integrated program.
• Course Focus: Consulting, coaching, program evaluation, survey design, behavioral statistics, research methods.
• Application: Rolling basis.
• Start Dates: Fall, Spring, Summer.
• Campus Location: Fairfield, CT
Therefore:
• Faculty: Information on faculty expertise and accessibility is available on the program website.
• Unique Approach: Blends academic rigor with real-world applications, fostering a supportive learning community.

Careers:

• Career Paths: Organizational settings, consulting firms, research institutions.
• Opportunities: HR, training, consulting, program evaluation, OD, recruiting.
• Examples of Employers: Bayer, Cendant, Deloitte, IBM, Jones Retail, Mastercard, Merrill Lynch, Oxford Health Plans, Pepperidge Farm, Sara Lee, Shell Oil, Toyota Financial, U.S. Dept.
of Justice, U.S. Surgical.
• Career Support: Fairfield's Career Center and alumni network offer guidance and networking opportunities.

Other:

• Financial Aid: Available through FAFSA.
• Graduate Assistantships: Limited availability, providing tuition credit in exchange for work.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Emphasis on creating a welcoming and supportive environment for students from various backgrounds.
• Jesuit Values: The program aligns with Fairfield University's Jesuit mission of social justice and service to others.