Students will be able to apply psychological principles to enhance human resources and organizational functions covering key areas in training and development and performance management. This concentration will prepare students for roles in HR, where they can influence organizational strategies and contribute to the development of a thriving workplace environment.<br><br>Students will master theory and techniques related to core areas of industrial-organizational psychology including talent identification and development, work motivation, training, human capital practices, organization and group behavior. Students will learn how to employ the knowledge gained through their classes to the workplace through supervised experiential learning opportunities such as internships, practicum, case studies, and applied research projects. Students will conduct applied organizational research and interpret research used to make business decisions.