Applying to Industrial-Organizational Master’s Programs

Abstract

This chapter explains the competitive process of admission into industrial-organizational (I-O) master’s programs, beginning with a discussion of how to determine if an I-O psychology master’s degree is the best career path. The authors give advice on how to locate, evaluate, and analyze I-O master’s programs of interest. Special attention is given to the distinction between traditional brick-and-mortar and newer online types of programs in terms of lectures and seminars, testing, applied experiences, interaction with faculty, time commitment, and other factors. The application process for I-O master’s programs is reviewed. Finally, the authors discuss how to accept an offer from one of these programs. Following the steps suggested in this chapter should enhance students’ chances of entering a quality I-O master’s program that meets their career goals.