This seminar is designed to help students prepare the work done for their dissertation as a paper to be presented to their research committee for grading and a manuscript for publication in a relevant journal. They will also get guidance in preparing for the oral defense of the dissertation.
The study of Industrial and Organizational (I/O) Psychology is important to all who are part of the world of work. It will benefit students who are interested in pursuing a career in I/O psychology, human resources, or simply want to understand how psychology applies to the workplace. I/O psychology is a subfield of psychology concerned with various aspects of people in the workplace, including employee productivity and well-being. This course will introduce students to methods, practice, research, and theories of Industrial and Organizational (or I/O) Psychology. It will demonstrate the connection between psychological theory and application and will draw on examples and illustrations from the world of work.
