MSc Organizational Psychology and Business

Programme overview

Entry requirements

• A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons), which includes at least one module focused on ‘research methods’.
• This course will be particularly relevant for applicants who hold an undergraduate degree in Psychology. However, we also accept those from other undergraduate backgrounds, as long as at least one module focused on ‘research methods’ was completed as part of the course. Completion of an undergraduate research dissertation project is also advantageous.
• For applicants whose first language is not English:
  IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component.
  

Programme specification

Our graduates will:

1. Understand the empirical and theoretical research literature from the domain of Organizational Psychology ;

2. Demonstrate awareness and understanding of the practical issues associated with implementing and applying such theory in practice;

3. Display technical, interpersonal, analytical and commercial skills to enable them to design and manage effective psychological interventions;

4. Understand the range of research methods and analytical techniques available to the Organizational Psychologist, and how these can be applied to address applied research problems;

5. Be reflective learners with insight and understanding in ethical conduct, global and cultural awareness, professional issues and practical constraint, and a developing professional identity.

Year 1

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
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Students are eligible for the award if they pass the 150 credits of modules (including any pass for progression modules) and achieve an overall average mark of 50 or above, calculated across the 180 credits of modules.

Compulsory Modules

Students will be required to study the following 180 credits of compulsory modules:

Code	Title	Credits	Semester	Pass for Progression
LUBS5379M	Selection and Training for Human Performance	15	Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)	PFP
LUBS5381M	The Psychology of Effective Organizations	15	Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)	PFP
LUBS5385M	Systems Thinking and Consulting Practice	15	Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)	PFP
LUBS5386M	Organizational Development and Change	15	Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)	PFP
LUBS5392M	Dissertation	60	1 Oct to 30 Sep (12mth)	PFP
LUBS5393M	Managing Performance and Developing Careers	15	Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)	PFP
LUBS5395M	Research Design and Analysis	15	Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)	PFP
LUBS5397M	Advanced Behavioural Research Design and Analysis	15	Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)	PFP
LUBS5584M	Commercial and Professional Skills	15	Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)	PFP

Last updated: 01/11/2024 14:47:12

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