The online MSc in Business and Organisational Psychology, from Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University, is designed to provide a critical understanding of human behaviour in the workplace. This programme helps you understand what makes individuals thrive at work, enhances organisational performance, and develops skills to create a healthier work environment.
Created by experts in our psychology department, the MSc in Business and Organisational Psychology offers an in-depth understanding of the psychological principles that drive positive workplace performance. Graduates gain comprehensive knowledge of psychological theory, evidence, and methods relevant to business practices. This degree equips you with the skills and personal qualities necessary to successfully apply your knowledge in a business career.
On average it will take 200 hours to complete each course. You can enrol at any time, begin your studies when you are ready, and pick up courses as you go – meaning you can structure your studies in a way that fits around your schedule.
Typically, you will hold a recognised first or second-class honours degree, or equivalent professional qualification. Students whose native language is not English and who have not been educated previously in the English language must provide evidence of their English language proficiency.
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The MSc Business and Organisational Psychology aims to offer you an in-depth understanding of the psychological mechanisms that drive positive behaviours and performance in workplace behaviour and gain the managerial skills that will allow you to enhance and improve performance of teams and individuals.
The degree comprises of eight courses plus a Business Psychology project. Each course is assessed by coursework. Upon successful completion of all courses and the project, you will join our global network of alumni and business professionals.
DEGREE STRUCTURE
Culture in Organisations
Leadership and Leadership Development
Organisational Change and Development
Workplace Design and Human Factors
Coaching in the Workplace
Leading and Managing Diversity
Selection and Assessment in the Workplace
Data Analysis for Psychology
Business Psychology Project
This is a new programme and is being continually enhanced, therefore it may be subject to change.
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