Catalog 2012-2013 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Organizational Psychology: MA, San Francisco
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The Master of Arts in Organizational Psychology (MAOP) degree provides in-depth education and training in the applied theory, research, and practice of organization psychology and the practice of organization development consulting. It is designed as a highly applied and professional practice oriented educational program for students who desire to work as internal or external organization effectiveness consultants, human resources business partners, project team leaders, or managers. It is also designed for students who are already working in human resources areas and who desire to deepen and strengthen their professional competencies. In addition, it is an excellent option for students who have earned other graduate degrees in business, social work, counseling psychology, management, or engineering and who are either considering a career change or simply want to supplement their current professional work with competencies related to facilitating organization change, team development, executive coaching, or other related professional practice areas. Graduates from this program have gone on to professional careers as internally-based organization development consultants, training and development consultants, and human resources consultants in companies spanning a variety of industries, as well as securing positions with large, medium, and small organization management consulting firms.
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Program Learning Objectives - Master’s in Organizational Psychology
All OP Programs
- Knowledge of research design, measurement, and statistical tools appropriate for basic research as well as for applied research in such areas as selection testing, surveys, and program evaluations
- Ability to understand and critically evaluate the literature in a given area
- Ability to integrate knowledge of ethical behavior in organizational studies
- A positive, pro-active and non-judgmental attitude towards diverse cultural and international identities and in their interpersonal and professional interactions.
- Demonstrate an ability to conceptualize and deliver culturally competent professional services in their respective areas to diverse populations.
Additional MAOP
- Working knowledge of the theories and models that describe and explain organizational theories, heories of group functioning, and behavior in organizations.
- General understanding of the applied research and assessment methods within the field of organizational studies.
- Knowledge of the key issues and requirements for managing all phases of the consulting process, building effective client relationships, and ability to in a culturally competent manner consistent with professional codes of conduct and ethics.
- Proficiency in the use of different assessment & intervention methods at the individual, group/team, and organization system-wide level and how to adapt such methods to diverse and multicultural needs of clients and organizational systems.
- Self-understanding regarding personal values, biases, preferences, and style in working with others and organizational systems
Training Model
The Master of Arts in Organizational Psychology (MAOP) degree provides in-depth education and training in the applied theory, research, and practice of organization psychology and the practice of organization development consulting. Our goal is to develop competent “scholar-practitioners” who have the capacity ability to apply sound theory and research in the field to assist organizations to discover creative solutions to their most pressing challenges. Curriculum and Degree Requirements
The Master of Arts in Organizational Psychology (MAOP) degree is designed as a highly applied and professional practice oriented educational program for students who desire to work as internal or external organization effectiveness consultants, human resources business partners, project team leaders, or managers.
This is a 46-unit program that can be completed in two years on a full-time basis, or three to four years on a part-time basis. Courses are offered in the late afternoons and evenings to accommodate working adults. In addition, some classes combine more intensive weekend sessions with weekly scheduled classes. The curriculum includes a full semester applied field work project under faculty supervision.
A key component of our training model is a 120 hour field project students complete under faculty supervision during their final semester in the Program. Student field projects can be customized and shaped to meet their specific professional development needs and interests.
Writing Evaluation: New students are given a diagnostic writing exam during the orientation week prior to the start of the first semester of classes. Students whose skills are evaluated as in need of improvement are encouraged to take a 2-unit seminar in academic and professional writing during their first semester in the program. Note: This two-unit seminar does not count toward the 46-units required for degree completion.
The curriculum outlined below applies to full-time students. Part-time students may take courses in a somewhat different combination and sequence. Modifications can occur to the course schedule outlined.
Organizational Psychology Program Faculty: San Francisco
Faculty for the MA in Organizational Psychology program are listed below:
Mary J. Fambrough, PhD, Associate Professor
Kathryn Goldman Schuyler, PhD, Associate Professor
Jyotsna Sanzgiri, PhD, Professor
Rebecca Turner, PhD, Professor
For a detailed description of program faculty background and research interests, please see the alphabetical listing of faculty in the California School of Professional Psychology. |
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