Organizational Psychology –

psych570

(3 credits)

This course is an in-depth look at organizational psychology and therefore covers the organizational side of the field, including the impact of the organizations on the individual and on groups of individuals. The dynamics and cultural characteristics of organizations are identified and described in-depth, and organizational development and change are given particular emphasis, as well.

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

Topics and Objectives

The Science of Organizational Psychology
- Explain the evolution of the field of organizational psychology.
- Analyze the role of research and statistics in the field of organizational psychology.
- Explain how the principles of organizational psychology can be applied to organizational recruitment and socialization.
Productive and Counterproductive Behaviors
- Analyze the relationship between productive and counterproductive behaviors and job performance.
- Analyze the relationship between organizational commitment and job satisfaction.
- Describe the impact of occupational stress on job performance and satisfaction.
Motivation and Leadership
- Explain how motivational theories can be applied in an organization.
- Analyze the role of leadership in an organization.
- Evaluate the nature of power and influence in organizations.
Group Behavior
- Describe the stages of group development.
- Explain the dynamics of group behavior.
- Analyze the impact of group structure on group effectiveness.
- Analyze the effect that groups have on individuals.
Organizational Design and Culture
- Examine the future of organizational design.
- Analyze the relationship between organizational design and organizational culture.
Organizational Development and Change
- Analyze the impact of organizational culture on organizational development and change.
- Evaluate the impact of change on an organization.

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.

Organizational Psychology –

psych570

The Science of Organizational Psychology

Productive and Counterproductive Behaviors

Motivation and Leadership

Group Behavior

Organizational Design and Culture

Organizational Development and Change

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