Undergraduate USA-BEHL3033-2023
Work and Organisational Psychology
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Duration
10 weeks
Study method
100% Online
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Assessments
100% online
Prior study
Not required
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Subject details
By the end of this 10-week course, you’ll be able to:
- Evaluate significant theoretical ideas in work and organisational psychology.
- Analyse practical issues in work and organisational psychology.
- Apply advanced knowledge of fundamental research methodologies used in empirical research within the area of work and organisational psychology.
- Identify and apply relevant psychological research and theory when solving work and organisational psychology problems.
- Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of workplace interventions based on the principles of work and organisational psychology.
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- You’ll study the following topics:
- Introduction to work and organisational psychology and work stress
- Psychosocial safety climate and the Australian workplace barometer
- Job analysis and work design
- Bullying and harassment
- Motivation and engagement
- Leadership
- Work-life balance
- Psychological assessment at work
- Ethics at work
- Workplace interventions
No eligibility requirements
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
This course introduces the area of work and organisational psychology. You’ll learn about the determinants of performance, motivation, and well-being in the workplace, as well as how psychological assessments can be used in the organisations. Discover the career opportunities for work and organisational psychologists.
UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree.
Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device.
This is a third-year course from UniSA Online’s Bachelor of Psychology degree. Please note: you are responsible for completing any relevant prerequisite courses before enrolling in this course.
- Presentation (25%)
- Continuous assessment (30%)
- Report (45%)
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