PSYCH 531

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Organizational Psychology

Psychology College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Personal and interpersonal aspects of organizational life: goal setting, decision making, problem solving, communication, control, leadership, motivation, and change.

When Taught

Contact Department

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3

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3

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3

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0

Other Prerequisites

or equivalent; or instructor's consent

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.

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2. Apply organizational theory

Learning Outcome

Students will learn to apply organizational theory to specific organizational situations.

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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.