Walden University | PhD in Industrial & Organizational Psychology - Human Resource Management
Future practitioners who want to study human behavior in the workplace might consider Walden University's Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial and Organizational Psychology with a specialization in Human Resource Management program.
Official Program Name:
Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial and Organizational Psychology with a specialization in Human Resource Management
School Offering Program:
Walden University
Degree Level:
Doctoral
Program Prerequisites:
Prior to enrolling in Walden University's online Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial and Organizational Psychology with a specialization in Human Resource Management program, students should be aware that they must choose Track I or Track II. Track I is designed for students who have a master's degree in human services or a field that includes psychology, social work, or counseling. However, students with an unrelated master's degree, or a bachelor's degree from an accredited university, will choose Track II. Candidates should have integrity as well as excellent analytical, interpersonal, and observational skills. Applicants to Walden University's graduate programs should have a master's degree; some programs may have additional admissions requirements.
Program Description:
Walden University's online Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial and Organizational Psychology with a specialization in Human Resource Management program was designed for aspiring industrial and organizational psychologists who want to learn about best practices in the field in order to enhance employees' productivity and improve the quality of their professional lives. The program aims to cover biopsychosocial, cognitive, behaviorist, gender, and psychodynamic theories as well as group dynamics and conflict management principles. Through the program's specialization courses, participants could discover what it takes to motivate others and encourage resiliency in the workplace. Strategies pertaining to the selection, recruitment, and retention of employees are other program focal points.
Learning Format:
Online
Program Length:
80 or 110 credits.
Financial Aid Available:
Eligible students could be able to receive financial aid in the forms of grants, loans, and scholarships. Contact Walden University's financial aid office for more information.
Required Courses for a Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial and Organizational Psychology with a specialization in Human Resource Management
A Track I student must complete 80 credits for Walden University's Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial and Organizational Psychology with a specialization in Human Resource Management degree, whereas Track II students have to accumulate 110 credits. Students will find doctoral writing assessment, foundation, core, specialization, research, capstone, and dissertation courses in the curriculum. Degree program and course requirements are subject to change. Contact Walden University to confirm the most accurate information before enrolling in a program.
Track I
Doctoral Writing Assessment (0 credit hours)
- Doctoral Writing Assessment
Foundation Course (3 credit hours
- Foundations of Graduate Study in Psychology
Core Courses (25 credit hours)
- Psychological Motivation at Work
- Research Foundations
- Advanced Personnel Psychology
- I/O Tests and Measurement
- Job Attitudes, Measurement, and Change
Specialization Courses (15 credit hours)
- Organizational Behavior Performance and Evaluation
- Human Resource Strategy, Legal, and Ethical Considerations
- Human Resource Talent Management
Research Courses (10 credit hours)
- Advanced Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis
- Advanced Qualitative Reasoning and Analysis
Doctoral Capstone Dissertation Preparation Course (7 credit hours)
- Dissertation Literature Lab Review
- Writing a Quality Prospectus in Psychology
Dissertation Writing Courses (20 credit hours)
- Doctoral Dissertation
Track II
Doctoral Writing Assessment (0 credit hours)
- Doctoral Writing Assessment
Foundation Course (3 credit hours
- Foundations of Graduate Study in Psychology
Core Courses (40 credit hours)
- Themes and Theories of I/O Psychology
- Psychology of Organizational Behavior
- Consulting for Organizational Change
- Psychological Motivation at Work
- I/O Tests and Measurement
- Advanced Personnel Psychology
- Job Attitudes, Measurement, and Change
- Survey Research Methods
Specialization Courses (15 credit hours)
- Organizational Behavior Performance and Evaluation
- Human Resource Strategy, Legal, and Ethical Considerations
- Human Resource Talent Management
Research Courses (25 credit hours)
- Research Theory, Design, and Methods
- Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis
- Qualitative Reasoning and Analysis
- Advanced Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis
- Advanced Qualitative Reasoning and Analysis
Doctoral Capstone Dissertation Preparation Course (7 credit hours)
- Dissertation Literature Lab Review
- Writing a Quality Prospectus in Psychology
Dissertation Writing Courses (20 credit hours)
- Doctoral Dissertation
Post-Graduation Opportunities
Career Paths:
Upon finishing Walden University's online Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial and Organizational Psychology with a specialization in Human Resource Management program, students might have a firm understanding of industrial and organizational psychology methodologies and techniques. Graduates who are qualified might contact consulting firms and research institutes as well as the personnel research departments of government and industrial organizations, and university psychology departments and business schools. Career possibilities include but are not limited to:
- Human resources director
- Employee development consultant
- Director of research
- Organizational development practitioner
- Professor
