Graduate School for Professionals

GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY - AT A GLANCE

OVERVIEW

Organizational Psychology is the study of behaviour in work settings to promote productive worker attitudes and organizational culture. It focuses on the applications of psychological research and intervention strategies to improve organizational productivity, quality of life at work and promoting positive work attitudes & behaviour.

The Graduate Diploma in Organizational Psychology is designed to equip HR & industry practitioners with an effective knowledge of the use of organizational psychology applications across various industries. It is aimed at professionals who are either currently practising or wish to practise in the field of organisational psychology or organizational development. Upon completion of the course, graduates will be equipped with advanced skills and knowledge in analysis, strategy and implementation of organizational psychology within an organization.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

The program aims to provide a comprehensive framework of the use of organizational psychology in human resource management challenges, consulting in business, education, and mental health, and leadership in organizations.

BENEFITS

Upon completion of this program, graduates will

• Understand how human behaviour and organizational dynamics affect business success and be a valuable asset to your organization
• Identifying organizational challenges and developing plans of action to address them
• Determine the impact of group dynamics, leadership, and employee development within an organization
• Managing change in the dynamic modern marketplace and aligning it with the overall corporate strategy
• Spearheading effective communication and decision making at a management level.
• Enhance organizational learning by incorporating the latest organizational psychology methodology

PARTICIPANTS

This program will benefit professionals in management/supervisory in both public and private sectors. Practitioners who are responsible for organization development projects will also benefit from this program. The program will also be a tremendous asset to consultants, management professionals and leaders in government and non-profit organizations. The program is also suitable for professionals seeking to embark on a career as consultants; researchers and certified I/O Practitioners

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates of Organizational psychology are highly sought after by the industry, Graduates can progress to become qualified trainers, careers advisers, managers and consultants within large multinational companies and government departments. They can also explore career opportunities in Human Resource, Training and Development, Customer Service, consumer marketing or embark on a 2nd career as management consultant, Industry practitioners, and career coaches.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

This is a 6 months part-time program comprising of 4 modules. This program are tailored for working professionals and classes are conducted on weekdays evening from 7.00pm to 10.00pm or over weekends 9am to 5pm. Each module is supported with 24 contact hours of face to face lectures which are conducted by our experienced faculty.

• Organizational Psychology
• Psychology of Staffing & Selection
• Organizational Consulting and Change Management
• Career Development & Leadership

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

The Graduate Diploma in Organizational Psychology is awarded by Aventis School of Management. Graduates will be allowed to use the designatory letters "Grad Dip Organizational Psychology" after their name upon completion of the program.

You are also eligible to apply for professional certification and designation of a "Registered HR Specialist" awarded by the Centre for Behavioral Science, the leading professional body for Psychology and Organizational Development. Registration fees for CBS Professional membership and RHRS certification of S$1,000 payable to “Centre for Behavioral Science Pte Ltd” apply.

ARTICULATION PATHWAY

This is an internationally recognized program, upon successful completion of the program, applicants will be granted advanced standing and exemptions into the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program.

ADMISSION CRITERIA

All applicants must possess:

• A degree or similar professional qualifications from a recognized university/institution, OR
• A diploma from a polytechnic with at least 3 years of working experience.
• Senior executives with extensive experience but without academic qualification may be considered on a case to case basis.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested applicants are required to submit the following:

• Duly-completed application form (download Form)
• Certified true copies of all education certificates and transcripts
• Your detailed Profile – Curriculum vitae
• Statement of Personal & Career Objectives
• Application processing fee of S$107 (non-refundable)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Participants may enrol and attend any of the modules for the acquisition of knowledge in a particular discipline. An executive certificate will be awarded for students that have fulfilled at least 80% attendance for that enrolled module.
• For participants that have enrolled and attended any of the modules for the acquisition of knowledge in a particular discipline, they will be issued with an executive certificate if they fulfil at least 80% attendance.

FIND OUT MORE

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TERMS & CONDITIONS: All notice of withdrawal must be in writing. A full refund of the course fees paid will be made if notice of withdrawal is received more than 60 days before course commencement. If notice of withdrawal is received between 60 to 30 days before course commencement, 75% of course fees paid will be refunded. No refund will be made after the commencement of the course.