Course Description
From overall organizational development to employee motivation, I/O psychologists can address a variety of workplace issues. Utilizing their specialized knowledge, I/O psychologists most notably oversee the hiring processes, including candidate selection, training, and placement.
Consider that the roles you take on will vary depending on the company that you work for. Factors such as how large the company is, general business practices, corporate culture, and industry type, can all impact the day-to-day tasks of an I/O psychologist.I/O psychologists find employment within the workplace of many different organizations. These organizations tend to get lumped together as general businesses, but as an I/O psychologist, you’ll have access to many organization types. These can include non-profits, government, academic, and even health organizations.
While there are companies that hire full-time I/O psychologists, smaller companies, that may not be able to afford the position, rely on contracting with a consultant to fill their needs. I/O psychologists working as consultants, whether with a firm or independently, have the luxury of addressing a variety of workplace issues within a variety of organizational settings.