Industrial / Organizational Psychology
Psychology, BA
Concentration
Discover the science behind workplace dynamics and be part of shaping the future of work environments with our BA in Psychology, specializing in industrial/organizational psychology. You’ll delve into the intricate workings of organizations, focusing on topics like employee motivation, leadership, and team dynamics. Through hands-on projects and real-world applications, you'll gain valuable insights into optimizing workplace productivity and employee well-being. Whether you're interested in HR, management, or organizational consulting, you’ll graduate prepared for a fulfilling career in the dynamic field of industrial/organizational psychology.
Location
On Campus
Semester Hours
120
Program Highlights
- A Psychology degree is evidence of the "people skills" employers regularly rate as very important in almost all occupations
- Program fosters critical thinking and the development of research, writing, and data analytic skills that are essential to a wide variety of fields
- Faculty areas of expertise represent major specialty areas of psychology, including clinical, social, developmental, learning, cognition, biopsychology, and applied psychology.
- Opportunities to engage in hands-on research
A Psychology degree is evidence of the "people skills" employers regularly rate as very important in almost all occupations 
Program fosters critical thinking and the development of research, writing, and data analytic skills that are essential to a wide variety of fields 
Faculty areas of expertise represent major specialty areas of psychology, including clinical, social, developmental, learning, cognition, biopsychology, and applied psychology. 
Opportunities to engage in hands-on research Explore the College and Department
What Can You Be?
Types of Jobs
- Child protection worker
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- Psychiatrist
- Congressional Aid
Types of Employers
- Colleges and Universities
- Government Agencies
- Behavioral Health Facilities
- Hospitals
Profiles
Student Profile
Get There:
Into Creating a Better Workplace
William Garrett Newton, an industrial/organizational psychology major, is learning to use his leadership skills and interest in understanding others to give both companies and employees a competitive advantage.
Contact Us
Mims Hall, Room 236
SLU Box 10831
Hammond, LA 70402
pvarnado@southeastern.edu