Industrial and Organizational Psychology

The Master of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology degree emphasizes behavior of individuals in businesses and organizations to determine how to improve performance and productivity for that organization. Graduates of the program apply cutting edge research and theory using quantitative skills at work every day. They factor human behavior into the successful business equation by motivating productivity, building resilient leadership, supporting employees, and managing organizational change.

Keiser University states the goals of this program as follows.

• Understand diversity in individuals and apply application of ethical problem solving at the individual, social, and organizational levels in the field of psychology.
• Apply the principles of effective research methods to analyze problems, evaluate scholarly research, interpret data, and propose solutions to address real-world challenges.
• Understand I/O psychology as a science grounded in theory, research, and methods, applied to solving workplace challenges.
• Demonstrate professional communication skills through organizing, thinking critically, and communicating ideas and information in documents, presentations, and publications.

Applicants desiring to enter Keiser University must submit an application to the Admissions Office well in advance of the start date. This permits proper scheduling and ensures availability of classroom space. Applications for Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall semesters should be made as early as possible, as these entry dates are normally the time of greatest enrollment.

Credit for courses or degrees completed at another institution is subject to approval by the Dean of Academic Affairs. These courses or degrees must be similar in content and duration to those offered in the program for which an applicant has applied. The Dean of Academic Affairs makes the final decision of accepted transfer credits from the received transcript. However, only courses listed on official transcripts receive permanent official transfer credit. To grant such credit, Keiser University must receive official transcript directly from the previous institution by the end of a student’s first semester. Keiser University requires that, at a minimum, a student complete at least one third of the credit hours required for any graduate or post-baccalaureate professional degree through instruction offered by Keiser University. Active duty, reservists, and National Guard service members who are students can complete at a minimum one third of a program at any time through the University. Transfer students are informed in writing of any credits accepted as transferable. Preliminary notification is presented, in most cases, prior to enrollment but in no case later than the end of a transfer student's first semester. Students are responsible for having official transcripts sent to Keiser University from all former institution(s). It may be necessary for students to forfeit some previously earned credit in the transfer process since college philosophies, objectives and programs may vary and change from year to year. Keiser University does not make any blanket assurances or guarantees regarding the acceptance or transferability of credits from other institutions. Each credit evaluation is conducted on a caseby-case basis in accordance with university policy.

Keiser University may accept transfer credits from a college or university recognized by the by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE). Coursework must be equivalent in content, level, and credit hours to the corresponding Keiser University course/s.

Qualified, accepted master’s degree seeking students may transfer a maximum of 12 graduate level credits, but no more than two-thirds of the total credit hours (whichever is less), required for the program unless otherwise specified by a programmatic accreditor.

Acceptable courses will be equivalent to a B grade or higher unless otherwise specified by programmatic requirements. Courses represented with a Pass or Satisfactory grade may be transferable at the discretion of the program chair and/or appropriate program Dean.

Courses in the Master program are eight weeks in length and students are scheduled for one or two courses concurrently.

Keiser University publishes this program as 30.0 graduate semester credit hours, approximately 20 months in length (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).

Keiser University’s Graduate School Academic Calendar runs three semesters a year, beginning in January, May and August, and each semester is made up of two eight-week terms — six start dates a year.

Keiser University charges tuition and education fees per semester, based on scheduled credit hours. Each semester is 16 weeks. The rates below are the university’s published Tuition and Fee Disclosure for the Graduate School, effective Fall Semester 2026, and are subject to annual review.

This program is charged at the rate for Master’s degree and graduate-level certificate programs.

An education fee of $750.00 per semester is charged for all graduate-level programs. One-time charges on enrolment are an application fee of $55.00 and a registration fee of $145.00.

Career Pathways in Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Graduates of Keiser University’s industrial and organizational psychology master’s program prepare for leadership roles across a broad field of industries. Career opportunities span both the private and public sectors, including human resources departments, corporate consulting firms, government agencies, healthcare organizations, and non-profit institutions. This graduate program strengthens the ability to assess organizational behavior, apply psychological principles to workplace challenges, and lead talent development strategies that produce measurable results.

• Human resources manager
• Industrial organizational psychologist
• Organizational development consultant
• Training and development specialist
• Organizational specialist
• Executive coach
• Behavioral analyst
• Management consultant
• HR consultant
• Employee training specialist
• Evaluation and assessment analyst
• Workplace behavior researcher
• Worker productivity consultant

Keiser University’s industrial and organizational psychology master’s program suits professionals ready to advance their careers through graduate-level study. With flexible online options and a career-focused curriculum, the program aligns with goals in HR leadership, organizational consulting, and applied research. Whether the goal involves moving into executive coaching roles, leading organizational development initiatives, or pursuing doctoral study, Keiser provides the graduate-level education and practical knowledge needed to make a lasting contribution to the field.