A doctorate in I/O psychology prepares you to apply psychology to practical workplace problems and improve the quality of life at work.<br><br>Our doctorate program combines theory, research and practice to set you up for success. Courses cover the fundamentals of personnel psychology, organizational psychology and research methodology. Youll also build a foundation in more general theories of psychology, such as advanced social psychology, group dynamics and cognitive psychology.<br><br>Beyond the classroom, youll work alongside faculty on research projects, thesis papers and other independent research. Youll also have the opportunity to gain real-world experience through an internship at a local or national business such as Dow Chemical Company, Steelcase, Dow Corning or ICF International.<br><br>Youll graduate ready to develop, implement and evaluate human resource programs through the application of the principles of personnel and organizational psychology. And youll be equipped to actively contribute to the psychology of work.