This British Psychological Society MSc accredited course is a pathway into the profession of occupational psychology. 

The MSc is ideal for people who want to be at the cutting-edge of practice and psychological research into workplaces. Students will work with a world class team who are members of Norwich Business School’s highly-respected Employment, Systems and Institutions group (ESI). As well as a large programme of activity around wellbeing, staff who teach on the course also conduct research on ethics, leadership, creativity and climate change. Their research is used to inform policy and guidance issued by government departments as well as to inform practice across commercial organisations, the public sector and professional institutions, providing real-life examples of applied research in action. This ensures you graduate with a solid grasp of contemporary challenges to workplace and the latest theories and techniques in Organisational Psychology and the main challenges surrounding them. You will become expert in the latest techniques and knowledge that inform in-depth understanding of Organisational Psychology. 

You’ll graduate ready to begin a successful career in organisational psychology. You may work as a business consultant or within human resource management departments in areas such as promoting health and safety at work, selection and training, or organisational change and development. Alternatively you might choose to continue your studies with a PhD. The international outlook of the course means you’ll be well prepared to work internationally for multinational companies, who increasingly are searching for assistance to better manage people at work using organisational psychological thinking around performance and well-being. Throughout the course there is a strong focus on preparing you for your future career. You’ll learn theories and practices which are in demand by the most prestigious employers. You’ll also discover essential skills such as CV writing and solo and group interview techniques. And you’ll be able to take part in our annual Employability Week to help refine your future career direction.

CAREER DESTINATIONS

• Consultancy services (eg as a work or business psychologist)

• HR specialist in training and development, selection and performance

• Health and safety

• MNCs, as an in-house organisational psychology specialist