MSc Business Psychology

Topics include the impact of the work environment on human performance and well-being; human-machine interaction and equipment design; human error; organisational safety culture; occupational stress and its management; and the ageing workforce.

BMAN71982 Programme Req: BMAN71982 is only available as a core unit to students on MSc Business Psychology and MSc Organisational Psychology

BMAN71982 Programme Requirements: BMAN71982 is available as a core unit only to students on MSc Business Psychology and MSc Organisational Psychology

 

The course aims to provide students with a firm conceptual foundation in key theoretical perspectives on the relationship between the individual and his/her work environment, and to develop an understanding of their application.

Understand key theoretical approaches in Organisational Psychology;

Apply psychological theory in organisational settings;

Demonstrate practical skills in literature search, written presentation, and case study analysis.

Open book written examination (100%)

 

Informal advice and discussion during a lecture, seminar, or workshop .

Responses to student emails and questions from a member of staff, including answers to student queries provided via an online discussion forum.

Written and/or verbal comments on assessed  coursework.

 

Glendon, A.I. & Clarke, S. (2015). Human Safety and Risk Management (3^rd Edition). CRC Press.

Informal Contact Method

Office Hours.

Online Learning Activities (blogs, discussions, self assessment questions).