Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Master of Applied Industrial/Organizational Psychology (MAIOP)
Career Opportunities
With a Master of Applied Organizational/Industrial Psychology, you will find outstanding employment prospects in fields such as:
- Human resources and personnel selection
- Compensation, benefits, and job analysis
- Training and training evaluation
- Organizational development
- Succession planning and leadership development
- Instructional coordination
- Research and academia
The job market in this field is strong. Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that the field of industrial/organizational psychology has growing demand and offers well-paid opportunities.
- Faster than average employment growth of 21% is anticipated for industrial/organizational psychologists.
- Average annual salary of $86,460.
Industrial/organizational psychologists do not require licensure to practice allowing you to immediately utilize your knowledge after obtaining your MAIOP degree.
We'll be in touch within 2 business days.
- or contact -
Jenny Hannifin
(970) 491-2665
jenny.hannifin@colostate.edu
Receive periodic emails about this program.
For academic advising questions:
Christa Kiersch
Psychology
christa.kiersch@gmail.com
For admission questions:
Linda Thornton
Psychology
(970) 491-5212
linda.thornton@colostate.edu
Degree at a Glance
Delivery
Online. On-campus attendance is not required to complete this program.
Total credits
38 credits. This is a coursework-only program and does not require completion of a thesis.
Tuition
$619 per credit. Books and statistical software are not included in tuition. (financial aid available)
Time frame
This degree can be completed in two years. Summer courses are required to complete this program.
Designed for
Individuals interested in developing a scientific approach to improving workplace performance and productivity, including:
- Human Resource Professionals
- Consultants
- Organizational Development Practitioners
- Trainers and Instructional Designers
This program is great for working professionals seeking an applied master's degree, but who are not able to attend traditional campus-based classes.
What you will earn
You will earn the same regionally-accredited Colorado State University degree that a student on the Fort Collins campus is awarded. Your diploma and transcript are identical to those awarded to on-campus students.

