# Online Industrial-Organizational Psychology [Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info?programcode=BSIOP) ## Bachelor of Science in Industrial-Organizational Psychology​ Degree Be part of supporting a healthy workplace culture. Our Bachelor of Science in Industrial-Organizational Psychology degree equips you with skills to promote employee well-being and influence performance. Courses for this program are aligned to the education standards set by the American Psychological Association (APA) and the Society for Industrial-Organizational Psychology (SIOP). Ignite Your Passion Start when you're ready [Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information)[Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info) Courses --- ## Browse courses for your online industrial-organizational psychology degree Education should hold practical value. That’s why our courses meet rigorous academic standards and provide you with skills and knowledge immediately applicable to your career. Look for this icon to see which skills you’ll learn in a course. ### Core Courses ### General Education Courses ### Electives ## Requirements: 120 credits You’ll need 120 credits to complete this bachelor’s in industrial organizational psychology degree. Earn your degree faster by taking advantage of transfer credits, work and life experience and more time and money saving options. > 14 Core Courses Here’s where you’ll pick up the bulk of your program-specific knowledge. By the time you finish these courses, you should have the confidence and skills needed in an industrial-organizational psychology environment. > 12 Gen Ed Courses These courses lay the foundation for all our degree programs. Because communication, math and writing skills aren’t just universally applicable in psychology — they’re useful in daily life. > Elective Courses Elective courses allow you to learn about topics you’re interested in. That means you’ll have a degree that’s unique to you and your education goals.   --- ## Schedule Your academic counselor will help schedule your courses for a Bachelor of Science in Industrial-Organizational Psychology. If you are located in Phoenix, this program may be offered as Blended. This means you’ll start at the Phoenix campus to complete your general education courses, and then transition to online learning for your core program courses. --- ## Program Purpose Statement The Bachelor of Science in Industrial-Organizational Psychology provides a foundation in psychology and its relevance and application to industry and organizational settings. This program does not lead to professional certification or licensure as a psychologist, counselor, or other mental health practitioner. [Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info?programcode=BSIOP)[Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information) ## Earn career-relevant skills in weeks – not years. Learning shouldn’t take years to put into practice. That’s why we’re empowering you to build career-relevant skills with every five- to six-week course. We’ve worked with the labor market researcher Lightcast to identify in-demand skills for occupations and mapped those to our related associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. [Learn about skills](/online-degrees/skills-aligned-learning.html) Tuition --- ## Paying for school Tuition is based on number of credit hours per course. Courses are typically 3 credits, but can range from 1-6 credits. Costs do not include savings opportunities like transfer credits and scholarships. [Learn about cost of attendance](/tuition-financial-aid/cost-of-attendance.html#bachelor-non-cbe) ### Undergrad cost per course $1,364 / course Cost breakdown Cost per credit  Credits per course Resource fee **$398** x3 + $170 --- Estimated cost per course $1,364 **What affects the overall cost of my program?** Your full program cost can vary by:  - **Savings opportunities.** Your cost could be reduced with eligible transfer credits, scholarships, employer discounts and more. Students with eligible credits and relevant experience on average saved $11K and 1 year off their undergraduate degree at University of Phoenix. With our Tuition Guarantee, you pay one flat, affordable rate from the moment you enroll to the day you graduate from your program. **Discover ways to save time and money on your degree with our Savings Explorer® tool:** [Go to Savings Explorer®](https://www.phoenix.edu/cost-savings)[Explore scholarships](/tuition-financial-aid/scholarships.html) --- [Learn about cost of attendance](/tuition-financial-aid/cost-of-attendance.html#bachelor-non-cbe) ## Save money and time with transfer credits Your prior eligible college credits could lower your cost and help you graduate sooner. Click to calculate your potential savings $6,820&25 weeks[[1]](#transfer-credits-first-superscript) Select your transfer credits 15 credits[[2]](#transfer-credits-second-superscript)30 credits[[2]](#transfer-credits-second-superscript)45 credits[[2]](#transfer-credits-second-superscript)60 credits[[2]](#transfer-credits-second-superscript) If15of your prior college credits are accepted toward your bachelor's degree, you may save$6,820and25 weeks. ### Get every eligible transfer credit you deserve [How to transfer](/tuition-financial-aid/transfer-credits.html)Schedule a call As a transfer-friendly university, we’ll request transcripts for you, at no cost to you, when possible, and accept eligible credits from 5,000+ accredited institutions. [1] Money savings based on prevailing cost per undergraduate course at $1,364 ($398 cost per credit x 3 credits + $170 resource fee). Time savings based on a five-week course. [2] The average number of applied transfer credits for undergraduate psychology degrees is 36.6. Credits may not always apply to specific courses or institutional policy may limit the number of credits that can be applied. ### Other ways to save on time and tuition Because we believe everyone deserves an affordable education, we work hard to help our students achieve one. Here’s a few ways you can save time, save money and avoid starting from scratch.  #### Transfer credits Your prior eligible college credits can lower your cost and help you graduate sooner. As a transfer-friendly university, we accept eligible credits from 5,000+ accredited institutions.  [Transfer your credits](/tuition-financial-aid/transfer-credits.html) #### Employer tuition benefits Are you employed? Check to see if your employer has an alliance agreement with us for education benefits. 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You can also save with an alumni scholarship.  [Save with exclusive rates](/tuition-financial-aid/alumni-offer.html) #### Military savings If you’re an active-duty service member in the U.S. Armed Forces or an eligible spouse or dependent, you may be eligible for a lower, military tuition rate and can save on tuition.   [Get military savings](/military.html) #### National testing providers Do you have expertise in a specific subject? Earn college credit based on your performance on national, standardized tests to save time and money on tuition.  [Take tests for credit](/tuition-financial-aid/prior-learning-assessment/national-testing-programs.html) #### We can help you get started Chat with an experienced advisor who can guide you through tuition, financial aid, scholarships, transfer credits and more. [Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information)PreviousNext 1. View 1 2. View 2 3. View 3 Budget & borrow ## How to pay for college Paying for school can be intimidating, but we’re here to help you make sense of it. Our finance advisors can walk you through your options like federal financial aid and savings opportunities to minimize your debt. Plus, we can help you figure out your financial plan. [Explore federal financial aid](/tuition-financial-aid/federal-financial-aid.html) Careers & Outcomes --- ## What can you do with a bachelor’s in industrial organizational psychology? Discover where your degree might take you and make informed choices about your future. **A BSIOP can prepare you to be a:** - Training and Development Specialist - Human Resources Specialist  - Program Manager - Employee Development Specialist - Personnel Analyst **Top skills learned in this program:** - Ethical and Social Responsibility - Industrial/Organizational Psychology - Psychology - Scientific Inquiry ## Ready to get started? Start your application for free or request additional information. [Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info)[Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information) ## What you’ll learn When you earn your online bachelor’s of science in industrial-organizational psychology you’ll be equipped with a concrete set of skills you can apply on the job. You’ll learn how to: - Apply Industrial/Organizational psychological principles in managing human work performance and interaction - Develop a working a knowledge of Psychology's content domains and their application. - Apply scientific reasoning to psychological research of the human experience. - Integrate diversity and ethical considerations to psychological practices. [Download learning outcomes](https://www.phoenix.edu/content/dam/edu/degrees/doc/learning-outcomes/bsiop.pdf) 11%Growth According to the [Bureau of Labor Statistics](https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/training-and-development-specialists.htm), job growth for training and development specialists is**much faster than average**between ((edu.BLSyears)). This program does not lead to professional certification or licensure as a psychologist, counselor, or other mental health practitioner. ((edu.BLSdisclaimer)) Admissions --- ## Apply for free – no application fee, no obligation. Starting your degree is a big decision — and we want you to feel great about it. That’s why we remove obstacles from your application. - No SAT/ACT required  - No essay required  - No cost, risk-free trial for eligible students - We’ll request transcripts at no cost to you, when possible, and we accept eligible credits from over 5,000 accredited institutions. 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And our academic counselors, who are with you every step of the way, have earned a 5-star rating from 85% of our surveyed students.[1] [1] Transactional Survey, September 2022-August 2023 (23,739 respondents) Start a conversation with an enrollment representative today. **Call us at 844-937-8679 or chat with us 7 days a week.** [Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information)[Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info) Student Experience --- ## An education that fits your busy life ### Balancing family, work and school Work toward your degree without giving up what matters most. Start your degree year-round and take one class at a time. [Learn about our flexibility](/life-as-a-phoenix/time-management.html) ### Online learning Enroll in online classes and attend class whenever it fits your life, day or night. 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[Learn more](/about/accreditation.html) ## Psychology articles - [What Are the Types of Psychology](/articles/psychology/types-of-psychology) — Online Degrees | August 02, 2022 • 7 Minutes - [Essentials for Studying Psychology](/articles/psychology/essential-tools-and-courses-for-studying-psychology) — Online Degrees | December 18, 2024 • 9 minutes - [What Is Applied Psychology](/articles/psychology/what-is-applied-psychology) — Online Degrees | August 09, 2022 • 7 minutes ## Frequently asked questions about the Bachelor of Science in Industrial-Organizational Psychology​ degree ### What is industrial organizational psychology? People who work in industrial organizational psychology support healthy organizational cultures. While earning your industrial-organizational psychology degree online, you’ll study human behaviors to positively impact employee performance, improve well-being and help align employees and organizational goals. ### What does an organizational psychologist do? Industrial-organizational psychology principles can be applied to a variety of careers, including those in sales, management, marketing, administration and human resources. ### Can you work in HR with a psychology degree? Yes, human resources positions are a common career outcome with an industrial-organizational psychology degree. Typically, these positions require you to assess organizational talent, leadership and culture while understanding group dynamics such as power, perception, decision-making and diversity and inclusion. ### Why earn a Bachelor of Science in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from University of Phoenix? Our online industrial-organizational psychology degree is designed specifically so that working professionals like you can earn it without leaving your current role. The degree helps you build a strong foundation in industrial organizational psychology while teaching leadership skills to help prepare you for a career in the field. You’ll learn from faculty who are currently working in the public sector, and you’ll be able to join our large alumni network. Additionally, our[Career Services for Life® commitment](/career-services.html)helps students in their current position and to prepare them for career enhancement with career planning, resumé help and more. While widely available, not all programs are available to residents of all states. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.