Social Psychology –

psych555

(3 credits)

This course covers the basic theoretical foundations and recurrent themes in social psychology, including attitudes, stereotyping, conformity, power, aggression, prosocial behavior, the social self, emotions, group dynamics, and inter-group relations. Emphasis is on recent empirical and theoretical developments and includes models of social cognition that are a focus of contemporary social psychological theories.

This graduate-level course is 6 weeks. To enroll, speak with an Enrollment Advisor.

Topics and Objectives

Introduction to Social Psychology
- Analyze the conceptual foundations of social psychology.
- Explain the concept of situationism and the role that it plays in social psychology.
- Explain the various aspects of the concept of the self, including self-concept, self-esteem, self-discrepancy and self-presentation.
The Self: Personology and Social Cognition
- Analyze the influence that consonant and dissonant cognitions have on attitudes and behaviors.
- Analyze the concept of persuasion as it relates to social psychology.
Interpersonal Relationships
- Evaluate the concept of prosocial behavior.
- Analyze the elements of attraction and intimacy within interpersonal relationships.
- Analyze cognitive theories related to aggression and antisocial behavior.
Groups: Social Biases
- Analyze the concept of social bias.
- Explain the differences between subtle and blatant bias.
- Evaluate strategies that can be used to overcome social biases.
Groups: Social Influence
- Evaluate the effect of group influence on the self using classic and contemporary literature.
- Compare and contrast conformity and obedience.
Applications of Social Psychology
- Make connections between social psychology and other disciplines.
- Discuss the utility of social psychology in the real world.

The University of Phoenix reserves the right to modify courses.
While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Advisor.
Transferability of credit is at the discretion of the receiving institution. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm whether or not credits earned at University of Phoenix will be accepted by another institution of the student’s choice.

Social Psychology –

psych555

Introduction to Social Psychology

The Self: Personology and Social Cognition

Interpersonal Relationships

Groups: Social Biases

Groups: Social Influence

Applications of Social Psychology

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