Master's in I-O Psychology
Our 36-Credit Master’s degree in Industrial-Organizational (I-O) Psychology will equip you with practical tools and psychological methods to help businesses become more productive and profitable.
I-O psychologists use research and theory to help management and employees work more efficiently together, and ensure overall employee satisfaction. With the working knowledge gained from this program, you’ll be skilled at reaching important corporate goals around team building, motivation and effective leadership.
Attend our Master’s in Industrial-Organizational Psychology program online or at our New York City campus.
"Our IO Psychology Program is Truly Applied Psychology"
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[TEXT] YOUR CAREER STARTS AT TOURO
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[Steven Lorenzet] The I-O psychology program at Touro is truly applied psychology.
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[TEXT] Steven Lorenzet, Ph.D., Dean, School of Health Sciences, Professor, Industrial Organization Psychology
[Steven Lorenzet] It is taking psychological principles, understanding of human behavior, and applying it in the work setting to lead to more productive outcomes for individuals, teams, and organizations.
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[TEXT] Amy Schmucker, Ph.D., Director and Assistant Professor, IO Psychology (Online)
[Amy Schmucker] The I-O program at Touro is very unique for three different things.
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[Amy Schmucker] First, we are truly a scientist practitioner model. The second is that we operate as a fully campus and fully online program, and students can intermingle between the two. Then third, we have smaller class sizes. And so students are able to gain that one on one connection with all of their faculty to ensure that they are successful.
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[TEXT] Ian Fraser, MS Class of ‘24
[Ian Fraser] What I like about the Master's in Industrial Organizational Psychology program at Touro is that they really focus on the scientist practitioner model. So having a background as to why I'm doing something and then being able to actually do it really prepared me for my current position, as an industrial organizational psychologist.
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[Caitlin Lapine] Many of our faculty are working in the applied world,
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[TEXT] Caitlin Lapine, Ph.D., Director and Assistant Professor, IO Psychology (Campus)
[Caitlin Lapine] and they know what skill sets are needed for the current positions out there and the current I-O work that's being done.
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[Amy Schmucker] There are so many career opportunities for you to get into. It's such a diverse degree. If you get a degree in psychology, you're going to end up in a career that you love.
[Ian Fraser] You have internal consulting. You have external consulting, leadership management, organizational development, executive coaching.
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[Amy Schmucker] We have students that are working at large firms such as Mercer Sirota, JetBlue, PepsiCo, Aon Hewitt.
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[Caitlin Lapine] If you like working with people and you are passionate about making people's lives better in the workplace. Touro University can help you find your career in industrial organizational psychology.
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Admission into the I-O Program
Interested in applying? We welcome professionals from all backgrounds who have a bachelor's with a minimum 3.0 GPA. We aim to keep tuition affordable and offer limited scholarships for our behavioral science students. If you're applying as an F1 international student, you will now be eligible for 3 years of post-graduate employment in the US. For more detailed information on our academic requirements and application process, visit our Admissions page.
What Can I Do With a Master’s in I-O Psychology?
A Master’s in Industrial-Organizational Psychology allows you to work in a variety of settings and roles. Although industrial psychologists are normally seen working in-house or as consultants for major corporations, there are also opportunities to work in government, healthcare or at a labor union. Some I-O psychologists also hold research positions in academia. Oftentimes, I-O psychologists work closely with a company’s HR department to develop effective policies and training.
With a Master’s in I-O Psychology, there are other related roles you can take on as well. As an I-O Psych graduate, you can work as a talent management specialist, and train managers to be more effective leaders. You can also work as behavior analyst and use consumer research to predict trends and inform marketing strategies.
Finally, industrial-organizational psychologists can work as human resources managers, and work on setting the HR policies for an organization, recruiting new employees, and managing workplace disputes. Your psychology background can play an important role in resolving internal conflict and creating a harmonious work environment.
Industrial-Organizational Psychology Salary
Industrial-organizational psychologists make an average salary of around $139,000 (US News). In the New York City area, the average salary is around $161,000. An I-O Psychologist with more experience in New York could potentially make upwards of $190,000 (Salary.com).
Capstone Internship
The cornerstone of our program is the 240 hour I-O internship, where you put all you've learned into practice. Upon graduation, many interns are offered a full-time job at their internship location.
Alumni Network
We have an amazing alumni network, in I-O positions, ready to help you get started on your I-O career.
Organizational Development Focus
Our curriculum studies successful organizational change and performance, and projects throughout will allow you to apply the ideas and techniques you’re learning.
Online and On-Campus
Classes are available online or on campus. Online options include asynchronous and live Zoom sessions, allowing you to complete your degree without commuting. Campus classes are offered in the evening at our 3 Times Square campus.
Sample Courses
Here are just a few of the courses you can take while enrolled in our program as a graduate student. All courses are available both online and on campus in NYC.
Organizational Health Psychology (PSGN 649)
Explore key concepts in organizational health psychology such as work-life quality, health promotion, and managing work stress. You’ll learn how to apply theories and research to understand and prevent psychosocial issues that impact workers' physical and mental well-being.
Leadership Coaching (PSGN 682)
Master the theory, research, and practice of organizational coaching. You’ll develop foundational coaching skills such as building relationships, engaging in coaching conversations, and creating action plans. Throughout the semester, you’ll focus on increasing self-awareness and linking your personal experiences to coaching theory.
Personnel Selection Procedures & Employment Law (PSGN 644)
Study assessment tools and legal issues in personnel selection, beginning with employment law and job analysis. You’ll gain hands-on experience with selection tools like cognitive tests and interviews that you’ll use to apply research and statistical skills to real-world hiring practices.
Learn more about our courses and internship.
Theories, Applied
As an I-O Psychologist, you might deal with:
- sexual harassment
- personality and hiring
- absenteeism
- gender and leadership
- workplace aggression
- organizational justice
- diversity
- cross-cultural studies
- globalization
- motivation
Among a host of HR challenges, you'll use your skills for:
- training and development
- selection and promotion
- talent spotting and individual assessment
- understanding and changing the organizational culture
- HR strategy during mergers and acquisitions
- executive coaching
- leadership succession planning
- research and data analysis
In our program you will learn to understand the theories, models and philosophies that relate to these areas, and how to apply them.
