Online Graduate Certificate in Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Are you looking to gain advanced knowledge in industrial and organizational psychology? If so, Arizona State University’s online graduate certificate in industrial and organizational psychology may be perfect for you. Throughout this certificate, you’ll develop skills in written communication, psychological theory and industrial and organizational psychology strategies and practice.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 08/21/2025


Total classes:

Total classes: 5

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 15

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Advance your career with an I-O psychology certificate

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Will my certificate say "online"?

No, Arizona State University’s certificates and diplomas don’t specify whether you earn them online or in person. All certificates, diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”

Online I-O psychology certificate courses

This certificate consists of five courses that emphasize training and development, professional motivation, decision-making, justice and leadership across a variety of organizational contexts. Course topics include the characteristics of effective leaders, employee selection, the social context of work, organizational change and more. While courses aren’t self-paced, they are asynchronous, which means you can complete open assignments whenever and wherever fits your schedule.


The jobs an I-O psychology certificate prepares you for

Upon graduation, you’ll be able to implement industrial and organizational psychology practices across a wide range of career paths. Regardless of industry, you’ll be prepared to make a positive impact on employees and their workplaces. Career examples include, but aren’t limited to:

Learn industrial and organizational psychology from world-renowned faculty

Prepare for the full New College experience curated by world-renowned faculty who are some of the brightest, most innovative academic minds in the world. Areas of expertise include psychology, anthropology, geography, political science, cybersecurity, forensic science and more. Our faculty strives to create an environment that prepares students to take their place in the world using the skills they’ve learned to pursue careers that benefit their communities.

Learn industrial and organizational psychology from world-renowned faculty

Prepare for the full New College experience curated by world-renowned faculty who are some of the brightest, most innovative academic minds in the world. Areas of expertise include psychology, anthropology, geography, political science, cybersecurity, forensic science and more. Our faculty strives to create an environment that prepares students to take their place in the world using the skills they’ve learned to pursue careers that benefit their communities.

How to apply

Applicants to the graduate certificate in industrial and organizational psychology must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences.

Study at the most innovative university in the nation

ASU is a global university recognized for its commitment to innovation, research and high-quality academic programs. Our university has been recognized with peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report.

#1


in innovation for 10 consecutive years, ahead of Stanford and MIT.

Top 10


best online bachelor’s programs.

Top 10%


best global universities.

80%


of graduates reported that their experiences at ASU inspired them to explore new career opportunities.

Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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