M.S. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology
Prepare to take on pivotal roles at the intersection of technology and human resources, with a focus on applying data-driven insights to key practice areas such as talent management, leader development and workplace inclusiveness, among others.
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The Master of Science in Industrial-Organizational Psychology prepares you to lead thriving organizations by applying psychology principles to the workplace.
- Cutting-Edge Research. Conduct innovative research on the application of analytics and new technologies in the workplace alongside faculty who possess decades of experience in the field. Now more than ever, the human resources field is driven by analytics; a master’s degree from Illinois Tech ensures that you’ll graduate with the skills that employers are searching for.
- Exceptional Professional Development. Our extensive network of alumni—working at global and national institutions such as Microsoft, Meta, Bank of America, Northwestern Mutual, and S. C. Johnson, as well as Chicago-area employers such as Rush University, Cushman & Wakefield, Heidrick & Struggles, and the City of Chicago—provides access to exceptional internship opportunities through which you’ll grow professionally, build your network, and graduate highly prepared for the human resources job market.
- Tech-Focused, On Your Time. You’ll benefit from Illinois Tech’s technological focus, which supports training students for careers at the intersection of human resources and technology. Our program offers flexible scheduling with evening classes and online options for all required courses, accommodating your busy lifestyle.
In a national survey of student experiences in M.S. in I/O Psychology programs published in 2018 by the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Illinois Tech tied for #1 for opportunities to learn practical skills.
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months to complete full-time
Full-time or part-time, evening and online courses offered
Course Showcase
In our Legal Issues in Human Resource Management course, you’ll navigate the legal intricacies that shape modern human resource management through roundtable discussions that explore issues of employment discrimination, harassment, and disability accommodations, and by learning how to design hiring, performance evaluation, and compensation systems that prevent discrimination.
Matthew W. (M.S. I/O Psychology, 1st Year)
“I chose Illinois Tech over many other programs. The alumni network is pretty incredible. There are so many graduates doing amazingly intricate work directly in the I/O psych field as consultants, educators, in-house org psych work, and head of talent acquisition and management.”
Matthew is currently employed as a management consultant in the Chicago area.
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At Illinois Tech, innovation and achievement is a story more than 130 years in the making. At Chicago’s only tech-focused university, you’ll learn to speak the language of innovation. Join the ranks of our graduate alumni who have changed the course of human history, giving us the cell phone, the Pentium chip, Linksys, the telestrator, architectural marvels, and many other innovations that have revolutionized the world.
We offer future-oriented degrees in rapidly growing fields such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, design, and business analytics. These programs are designed to equip you with advanced skills that enable you to anticipate and drive change. At Illinois Tech, you'll be prepared to thrive at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future and making a significant impact.