The American College of Greece
Master of Science in Organizational Psychology
Athens, Greece
Master degree
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
EUR 10,080
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Starting dates are September, January, and April. There is no deadline, it is on rolling admission.
Key Summary
The MS in Organizational Psychology is a new and dynamic program that provides a unique bridge between the knowledge base and scientific methods of psychology and the practical skills required in order to investigate issues of critical relevance to individuals, organizations, and society. The program advocates the scientist-practitioner model in the application of psychology to critical contemporary issues, such as creating fair, inclusive, and meaningful workplaces, where employees can thrive and employers can develop evidence-based and innovative human capital tools, practices, and solutions.
The curriculum provides in-depth knowledge of the main elements of the field, ranging from assessment and selection through to motivation and group work in organizations, health, and wellbeing, career coaching, and life-long and organizational development. Furthermore, the role of diversity and inclusion in modern organizations is examined with a special focus on identifying exclusionary practices and designing training programs. In addition, contemporary questions are addressed around the future of work and the technological transformations that alter the dynamics of jobs, workers, and organizations, such as:
- How does the use of new methods in employee selection, such as computer games and data science, affect the process of selection and candidate experience?
- How can we ethically and without bias use artificial intelligence in people's decisions?
- How does the relationship between individuals and technology affect their well-being at work?
21st-century work and organizations of all kinds are evolving and changing more rapidly than ever. Understanding and managing those changes effectively is at the heart of Organizational Psychology.
- Duration: One year (full-time) or up to three years (part-time).
- Number of Courses: 12 courses (36 US credits)
- Attendance: Classes run Monday to Thursday, from 18:30 – 21:30. Fridays are reserved for make-up classes and other academic activities, such as master classes, workshops, lectures, and talks.
- Admission points: New students are admitted at the start of the fall, winter, and spring terms.
Unique Program Features
- NECHE Accreditation
- Innovative curriculum incorporating simulations, practical workshops, and case-based projects
- Unique orientation towards the future of work
- Hands-on practice
- Experienced faculty who combine academic research, rigor, and practical expertise.
- Capstone option
- Embedded Professional Certificate in Negotiations and Conflict Resolution from the University of South Florida
The program is ideal for psychology graduates and graduates with a social science background interested in studying the application of psychological principles in organizational settings and developing problem-solving skills related to human behavior in work environments.
The program attracts students from other backgrounds as well. Depending on their previous studies, applicants who do not hold a first degree in psychology may be asked to demonstrate competence and coursework in Introduction to Psychology, Research Design, and Behavioral Statistics. Otherwise, applicants may be asked to complete courses of the Graduate Certificate in Psychology, which provides them with the basic foundations required to enter the program.
Required Courses
- Applying Psychology at Work
- Analysis of Behavioral Data
- Personality at Work
- Psychological Assessment & Measurement
- Human Behavior in Organizations
- Selecting, Developing, and Retaining Talent
- Health & Wellbeing at Work
- Learning, Training, and Development
- Diversity & Inclusion in Organizations
- Ethics in Organizational Psychology
- Negotiation & Conflict Resolution Skills Workshop
- Coaching & Career Counseling
Thesis in Organizational Psychology
Or
Capstone in Organizational Psychology
Upon successful completion of this program, participants should be able to:
- Illustrate a critical understanding of the core theories, trends, and empirical findings in organizational psychology
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of practices and interventions in organizational psychology, synthesizing research data, contextual information, and ethical and professional challenges
- Critically evaluate a wide variety of evidence sources and interpret its implications for professional and ethical practice
- Articulate problems using appropriate data and comprehensive psychological techniques
- Design evidence-based practices and interventions at the individual, group, and organizational levels, and assess their effectiveness
- Formulate insights and communicate them effectively in written, oral, or digital forms, in academic or organizational environments
- Demonstrate advanced interpersonal and consultative skills to real-world problems
- Examine research questions by developing relevant research designs, collecting suitable data, and selecting and applying appropriate statistical techniques
- Implement core ethical and sustainability principles underpinning professional practice
The MS in Organizational Psychology will prepare you for a function in business, consultancy, training, or research. Upon successful completion, of the MS in Organizational Psychology, students will have many opportunities to build their careers in any organization concerned with human capital in the workplace. Opportunities exist in all areas of business, industry, NGOs, consulting, public sector, health, and education.
Type of work can include:
- Human resources and employee selection
- People analytics and workforce insights
- Training
- Survey research and development
- Evaluation and assessment/testing
- Applied behavioral research
- Management consulting
- Organizational development and change
- Performance appraisal
- Executive coaching and career development
- Conflict and negotiation
- Quality of work-life
- Diversity and culture
Deree graduate students receive support from the Office of Career Services, which helps them connect with the 50,000 ACG alumni around the globe, expand their professional network, and gain access to various job positions. Our graduate students and alumni may also benefit from the Alba Graduate Business School Services, including career coaching, participation in career events and workshops, participation in the Alba annual career forum, one-to-one career advice sessions, and a direct mail list for job posts and career advice.
Merit Scholarships
The School of Graduate & Professional Education offers scholarships covering a portion of the cost of tuition to all applicants who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance in their undergraduate studies.
Financial Assistance
Since its founding in 1875, The American College of Greece (ACG) has provided assistance to students needing help in meeting their educational expenses, thereby enabling students with demonstrated ability and promise to access quality education, regardless of their financial circumstances.
Discounts
All ACG alumni are entitled to a 10% tuition fee discount on top of any other scholarship or financial assistance program which may apply.
Corporate discount programs are also available to two or more employees from one organization who wish to study in our graduate programs.