This program enables its graduates to apply basic scientific knowledge and methodology to improve organizational performance and to increase customer and employee satisfaction. It is based on the philosophy that researchers and practitioners benefit when collaborating on problems of mutual interest. This program builds on several graduate programs offered by Hofstra University, especially the MA program in industrial/organizational (I/O) psychology, the doctoral programs in psychology, and the MS and MBA programs in the Frank G. Zarb School of Business. It differs from these programs in its multidisciplinary perspective and in its emphasis on organizationally relevant methodology, which together synthesize science, application, psychology and organizational studies. The program is designed to continue the education of students who have already completed a master's degree in a social science or business. Graduates of this program have expertise in two major areas: (1) applications of research methods and statistics to practical problems in organizations, and (2) disciplines related to working in organizations, such as industrial/organizational psychology, HR management and organizational behavior.<br><br>The program's overall approach is based on a scientist-practitioner model in which students are exposed to research methodology, factual content, theory, and the application of these skills and knowledge to the solution of practical problems in organizations. A major part of the student's training, including the internship, research courses, and doctoral dissertation, will involve projects in organizations. These projects serve the educational needs of the students and advance scientific knowledge in the field of industrial/organizational psychology. The internship provides practical experience working for an organization for approximately 20 hours per week, under the supervision of a manager designated by the organization and approved by the program faculty. In contrast, the research courses provide experience conducting applied research relevant to an organization in both laboratory and field settings. The laboratory research is performed under the supervision of a faculty member, the field research is conducted under the joint supervision of a faculty member and a representative of the organization. Dissertation research may be conducted in the laboratory, the organization, or both. In addition to sound scientific methodology, the dissertation should target both practical and theoretical significance. This integration of science and practice is a major objective of the program. Visit the graduate studies page for more information on this program.<br><br>The program collaborates with many organizations in the greater New York area, including businesses, industries, public agencies, health systems, and nonprofit organizations. The PhD program invites students from diverse backgrounds and those with work experience. It is the only doctoral program in applied organizational psychology on Long Island.