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M.S. in Business Psychology

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M.S. in Business Psychology

36 Semester Hours

Course Sequence (36 hours)

  • PSYC 601 - INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS PSYCHOLOGY (4)

    PSYC 601

    INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS PSYCHOLOGY

    Course Description

    A brief history and overview of the fields of business and psychology as well as a discussion of the issues and opportunities related to their integration. Topics include brain organization and dominance, neuroethics, neurolinguistic programming, multiminds, mindmapping and the application of positive psychology to work settings. Includes the application of recent discoveries in cognitive psychology and neuroscience to resolve contemporary issues in the workplace.
  • PSYC 602 - INDIVIDUAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL INTELLIGENCE (4)

    PSYC 602

    INDIVIDUAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL INTELLIGENCE

    Course Description

    This course focuses on the application of systems theory, social psychology concepts, organizational lifecycles, and biological principles to the understanding of business operations. Includes a review of basic business principles, multiple intelligences, organizational intelligence, organizational culture, emotional intelligence, biomimicry and organizational DNA.
  • PSYC 603 - MANAGERIAL PSYCHOLOGY (4)

    PSYC 603

    MANAGERIAL PSYCHOLOGY

    Course Description

    This course will explore the psychological influences on the development and behavior of managers and organizational leaders. Topics include: follower influences, nature vs. nurture in the development of leaders, relationship of personality to leadership style, behavioral decision- making biases, tactical, operational, and strategic decision-making , group think, and scenario planning.
  • PSYC 604 - BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS AND NEUROFINANCE (4)

    PSYC 604

    BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS AND NEUROFINANCE

    Course Description

    An inquiry into how brain structures limit or reinforce economic and financial decision making. Topics include: basic principles of behavioral economics, measures of economic and financial performance, logical and non-linear decision-making, human factors in finance, and essential financial analysis.
  • PSYC 605 - PSYCHOLOGY OF MARKETING (4)

    PSYC 605

    PSYCHOLOGY OF MARKETING

    Course Description

    This course provides an exploration of the use of behavioral science techniques to influence product and service creation, pricing, promotion and distribution channels. Includes a discussion on the use of functional magnetic resonance studies, psychological persuasion, subliminal cues, lie detection, and consumer color choice.
  • PSYC 606 - PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN RESOURCES (4)

    PSYC 606

    PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN RESOURCES

    Course Description

    This course provides an investigation into the use of psychology in the acquisition of organizational talent, the retention and development of individual talent, and the selective departure of talent. Areas of interest include: applicant testing, the organizational impact of generational differences, individual and group motivation, coping with organizational stressors, the psychology of individual and group performance, and succession planning.
  • PSYC 607 - PSYCHOLOGY OF CREATIVITY, INNOVATION AND CHANGE (4)

    PSYC 607

    PSYCHOLOGY OF CREATIVITY, INNOVATION AND CHANGE

    Course Description

    This course provides a study of the relationship between creativity, innovation and change from a psychological perspective. Areas of interest include: social-technical change waves, change facilitation, unintended consequences, Appreciative Inquiry, creativity enhancement, and diffusion of innovation.
  • PSYC 608 - PSYCHOLOGY OF ORGANIZATIONAL COACHING (4)

    PSYC 608

    PSYCHOLOGY OF ORGANIZATIONAL COACHING

    Course Description

    This course is designed to acquaint the student with the discipline of executive and organizational coaching from a psychological viewpoint. The focus will be on the practical use of the principles of psychology over the lifecycle of a typical coaching assignment. Topics to be covered include: optimal practitioner characteristics, coach selection, psychology-based approaches to coaching, coaching tools, coaching interventions and resources. Additional emphasis will be placed on techniques for dealing with organizationally dysfunctional individuals.
  • PSYC 609 - BUSINESS PSYCHOLOGY MASTERY DEMONSTRATION (4)

    PSYC 609

    BUSINESS PSYCHOLOGY MASTERY DEMONSTRATION

    Course Description

    The intent of this course is to integrate course learning into a personal and organizationally useful synthesis. It is designed to provide an opportunity for students to demonstrate mastery of the Business Psychology program's overall learning outcomes. Working with an assigned instructor, students will self-select a major project that can be completed during the duration of the course.

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