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Master of Human Sciences (Psychology)

Master of Human Sciences in Industrial Organizational (I/O) Psychology is the study of behavior in work settings. Industrial / organizational psychology is very important in the workplace for promoting productive worker attitudes and behaviors and for selecting and promoting candidates in the most effective fashion . More and more companies are hiring I/O psychologists to come in and help revamp certain aspects of their company. It seems that today there is a great demand for equal employment, equal pay and an enjoyable yet productive environment. With these thoughts in mind, the demand for I/O psychologists is increasing rapidly. With this increase it is important that people have a general understanding of how I/O psychology came to be, how to become an I/O psychologist and what the future is expecting of I/O psychologists.

Programme Description

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Courses in the programme:

  • Test Construction and Adaptation
  • Advanced Statistics and Research Methods
  • Issues in Islamisation and Knowledge (Psychology)
  • Issues in Personnel and Organisational Psychology
  • Organisational Change and Development
  • Human Factors
  • Issues in Cross–Cultural Psychology
  • Attitude Measurement and Change
  • Practicum 1 (In-Class Training)
  • Practicum 2 (Industrial Training)
  • Thesis/Dissertation Writing

 

Duration of Studies & Programme Schedule

The programme has three semesters in one (1) academic year

Minimum duration of studies is two (2) years
Maximum duration of studies is four (4) years
Classes: Every Sunday
Time: 8.30 am until 6.00 pm
Venue: Gombak Campus
 
 

Methods Percentage

Assignments / Presentations: 60%

Final Examination: 40%
Total: 100%
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APPLICATION FORM.doc94.5 KB
Prospectus 2010.pdf121.38 KB

Entry Requirements

Master of Human Sciences (Psychology) - Entry Requirements

  1. Bachelor degree in Psychology from IIUM OR
  2. Bachelor degree in Psychology from any recognized university with 2 years of working experiences OR
  3. Bachelor degree in any discipline from IIUM OR
  4. Bachelor degree in any discipline from any recognized university with 3 years in managerial experiences
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