PSYCH 330
Organizational Psychology
Psychology
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Personal, interactional, and structural aspects of organizations; motivation, decision making, problem-solving communication, leadership, organizational structure, change.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Note
Offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout the year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.
Title
1. Understanding of major areas of I/O psychology
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate a basic understanding of the major areas of organizational and industrial psychology, including human resources; leadership development; employee training, motivation, and satisfaction; group dynamics, organizational climate; and team-building.
Measurement: Multiple choice tests, short essays.
Title
2. Apply organizational theory
Learning Outcome
Students will learn to apply organizational theory to specific organizational situations.
Measurement: Writing assignment.
Title
3. Organizational skills
Learning Outcome
Students will acquire skill in collaborative teamwork, time management, self-motivation, and project planning.
Measurement: Evaluation of cooperative class assignments.
