Program Overview

Work and Organizational Psychology Undergraduate Certificate

The work and organizational psychology certificate program is designed to develop knowledge and ability to work with employees in organizations to enhance potential and productivity.

Why Study Work and Organizational Psychology at UWF?

The work and organizational psychology certificate with the Department of Psychology is designed for undergraduates who wish to complete a module of psychology courses related to the management of human resources. This certificate can be earned by those majoring or minoring in psychology, those majoring in other fields such as management, and those who are enrolled as special students with or without a bachelor's degree.

What You Will Learn

As part of the foundation into the field of human resources management, you will learn to identify and analyze key elements in social psychology, industrial psychology, organizational behavior, and diversity in the workplace. You will complete the certificate program with a pre-approved upper division elective related to human resources.

Courses

• SOP 3004: Social Psychology
  • This course is a survey of theory, method, and research results in areas of social psychology, such as attitude formation and change, social perception/cognition, impression formation, social influence, interpersonal attraction and relationships, aggression and pro-social behavior, and group dynamics.
• INP 3004: Industrial Psychology
  • This course applies psychological principles to problems of employee selection, placement, merit rating, job analysis, management training, and other factors related to productivity.
• INP 3313: Organizational Behavior
  • This course focuses on human processes in formal organizations, utilizing individual and group exercises which simulate behavioral dynamics in organizations. Content areas include conflict resolution, communication, leadership, planning and control, and other organizational processes.
• INP 4224: Psychology of Workforce Diversity
  • This course addresses the experience of work as it varies with the gender and ethnic background of workers in the United States. Other bases of diversity (e.g., disability) may also be addressed. Topics include work-related stereotypes and attitudes; discrimination and harassment; career choice, occupational segregation, and employment patterns; group differences related to fair testing and employment practices; the relationship of workforce diversity to processes such as supervision, leadership, mentoring, and power; law and public policy related to diversity and work.

Program Details

• The work and organizational psychology certificate is designed to go hand-in-hand with an undergraduate degree in psychology. If you plan ahead, two of the courses will serve to fill requirements in the psychology degree - social psychology and industrial psychology - and the remainder may serve as upper-level electives.
• The certificate program also complements a degree in communications, business, and women's and gender studies.
• Membership in the Society for Human Resource Management is strongly encouraged. This organization provides activities, magazine, professional newsletter, opportunities to apply for scholarships, and networking with local professionals in human resources.

Related Programs

• Psychology, B.A., B.S.
• Social Work, BSW
• Sociology Minor
• Sport & Exercise Psychology Minor