Master of Organisational Psychology
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Overview
Completing this program will enable you to work as an organisational psychologist in consultancy firms, large companies or government departments in areas such as human resource management, training, job design, work place and career counselling, rehabilitation, and occupational health and safety.
Key features
- Variety of subjects including change and development, coaching and technology to help you work within a range of organisational roles.
- Putting theory into practice through supervised placements with one of our many partner organisations.
- Emphasis on independent professional responsibility so you are prepared to maintain an enquiring attitude to your work as an organisational psychologist.
- You will have access to the Rod Power Psychology Clinic as well as other research and training facilities including a simulation laboratory.
- Attendance on campus is approximately one to two half-days and some evenings each week during the year.
Minimum course duration
2 years
Location
North Ryde
Suitable for
Suitable if you are a Psychology fourth year graduate wanting to gain an advanced fourth year qualification in organisational psychology.
Course fee
AUD $20,768.00 p.a. 
Student amenities fee
Information on the Student services and amenities fee
Entry requirements
The minimal admission requirement is an honours degree or alternative approved fourth year in psychology (or international qualification(s) deemed equivalent to this level by the Australian Psychological Society).
Places are subject to a quota each year and you may be required to undertake additional assessments considered necessary for selection.
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
Work experience is an advantage.
Notes:
After completion of one semester, you may be eligible to transfer to the Doctor of Psychology (Organisational Psychology). Completion of specified pre-requisite units in the Master of Organisational Psychology program with a minimum of 22 credit points of coursework units which must include PSY863 and PSYO944 is required.
You may also be considered for admission if you hold a Master of Organisational Psychology or equivalent qualification from another institution.
If you have completed credit points for either the Postgraduate Diploma in Organisational Behaviour or the Postgraduate Certificate in Organisational Behaviour, you may credit these towards a Master of Organisational Psychology, provided that you have been admitted to the full Master of Organisational Psychology program.
What you will study
| General requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points at 800 level or above | 64 |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Specific requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this master
Notes
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
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Careers
Accreditation
This course is fully accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and approved by the College of Organisational Psychologists. You are eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia upon completion of the degree. Completion of the Master of Organisational Psychology leads to endorsement as an organisational psychologist in Australia.
Career Opportunities
Organisational psychologists work in a wide range of workplaces, including;
- Consultancy firms
- Large companies
- Government departments
Areas that organisational psychologists work in:
- Strategic human resources management
- Psychological assessment
- Employee or organisational development
- Program evaluation
Profiles
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Our Graduates
Amy Davies
‘The Master of Organisational Psychology program at Macquarie University opened my eyes to a completely different career in psychology to what I thought was possible. I’ve had the opportunity to apply the skills I learned at Macquarie to a diverse range of roles since graduating - from HR consulting to learning and development, and now organisational development and change management positions. The flexibility of the program appealed to me as a student balancing full-time work with study, as did the practical and applied nature of the subjects. The academic team at Macquarie were also very supportive through my supervision process, making the path to registration as a Psychologist a smooth and enjoyable one. I’d recommend the program to anyone seeking a dynamic career in psychology, applying their knowledge of human behaviour to a variety business challenges.’
