Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Summary

Industrial-Organizational Psychology; or I-O Psychology entails the application of psychological concepts to work settings.

This workshop was developed and implemented by the Education and Training Committee of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology.

I-O Psychology is the branch of psychology that applies psychological theories and principles to organizations.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Practice I-O Psychological concepts at work

• Help employers deal with employees fairly

• Help make jobs more interesting and satisfying

• Help workers be more productive

Topics Covered

1. Introduction to I-O Psychology

2. Leadership and Gender Stereotypes

3. Leader-member Exchange Theory

4. Workplace Diversity

5. Sexual Harassment

6. Evaluating Work Performance

7. Motivation and Performance

8. Work Teams

9. Judgment and Decision Making

10. Job Attitudes

11. Work-Family Balance

12. Training in Organizations

13. Selection

14. Justice

15. Personality and Work

Duration: 16 Hours