Industrial-Organizational Psychologists

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Use principles of psychology to study problems that happen in organizations.

Industrial-Organizational Psychologists use psychology to study human resources, administration, management, sales, and marketing problems. They may help to plan policies, provide training and development, and solve organizational problems.

Wages	$69.53 per hour on average
Outlook	Statewide data not available
Education & Training	Graduate degree (any type) is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Applied Psychology Industrial and Organizational Psychology
On the Job	Work Activities Collect information from people through observation, interviews, or surveys. Conduct scientific research of organizational behavior or processes. Testify at legal or legislative proceedings. Advise others on business or operational matters. Counsel clients on mental health or personal achievement. Confer with clients to exchange information. Review professional literature to maintain professional knowledge. Train personnel in technical or scientific procedures. Develop educational programs. Develop methods of social or economic research.
Career Pathways	Human Resources Management
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