5 Careers You Can Pursue with an MS in I/O Psychology

With a master’s degree in industrial/organizational (I/O) psychology, you’ll be equipped to create happy, healthy workplace environments, contributing to employee wellbeing and company success. You’ll probably be happier, too: U.S. News & World Report named I/O psychology one of its 100 Best Jobs for 2023, noting it pays well, is challenging and offers a solid work-life balance and opportunities for advancement.

More good news: Career paths are incredibly varied in I/O psychology. Here are five that you might pursue. 

Talent Management Specialist 

As a talent management specialist, you’ll implement programs to attract and manage a business or organization’s talent pool. Unlike recruiters who are focused on sourcing suitable candidates as quickly as possible, the talent management specialist strives to find suitable candidates who have the required skills and are the right fit for the company’s role. This specialist might also identify candidates with the potential to grow with the company and develop into future roles. 

Organizational Development Consultant 

Have a knack for making things run smoothly? An organizational development consultant provides expert guidance and advice to help businesses improve efficiency, enhance operations and drive profitability without cutting personnel or departments. 

Training and Development Specialist 

A training and development specialist creates, administers and delivers training programs for businesses and organizations, tailoring individualized programs by first assessing the specific needs of an organization. 

Scientific Researcher or Data Analyst 

Many use a master’s degree in I/O psychology to continue research or gain knowledge and insights through data analysis that contribute real solutions for both the private and public sector environments and industry.   

Executive Coach 

Executive coaches use their background in psychology and aspects of teaching, facilitation and mediation to train leaders how to run their teams and teach them how to be better employees. As with other I/O careers, you might find yourself in a consulting role for an exciting variety of clients. 

What sets Sacred Heart University’s I/O psychology program apart? 

With an MS in I/O psychology from Sacred Heart University, you’ll learn from faculty who are both scientists and practitioners in the field. Our flexible, hybrid program includes a hands-on capstone opportunity, supervised fieldwork and a module format that allows you to earn your degree in one year. 

Think the I/O psychology program at Sacred Heart University might be for you? 

Curious about earning your master’s degree in I/O psychology at SHU? Talk to Ed Nassr, associate director of graduate admissions, nassre@sacredheart.edu or schedule a virtual appointment today!