An Introduction to Business and Organisational Psychology Webinar
Business and Organisational Psychology is a fast-evolving field combining principles from psychology with business practices. Our Introduction to Business and Organisational Psychology webinar, hosted by Dr Cakil Agnew, Programme Director of Heriot-Watt’s online MSc Business and Organisational Psychology programme, and Greg Fantham, Assistant Professor at Heriot-Watt University, provides a comprehensive introduction to the field.
Overview
1. What is Business and Organisational Psychology?
Business Psychology is “the study and practice of improving working life. It combines an understanding of the science of human behaviour with experience of the world of work to attain effective and sustainable performance for both individuals and organisations” (The Association for Business Psychology). As society and workplaces change, organisations need to be able to keep up with these changes to create a positive organisational culture, making Business and Organisational Psychology more relevant than ever.
2. How can you utilise Business and Organisational Psychology to create a healthier workforce?
Creating a healthy workforce is essential for any business, and Business and Organisational Psychology can help organisations achieve this goal. Greg Fantham, Assistant Professor at Heriot-Watt Online, said that one key way to motivate people is by listening to them: “A key idea behind how you motivate people is to make sure that you understand that they are the organisation and listen, listen, listen… Courtesy as a principle, rather than just a nice thing is crucial. Listening, sharing, and allowing time to people to say what they want to say”. By listening to your employees and making sure everyone in your organisation shares the same goals, you can help create a healthy and happy workforce.
3. What career opportunities can Business and Organisational Psychology provide?
Studying Business and Organisational Psychology can lead to a variety of exciting career opportunities. Heriot-Watt’s MSc Business Psychology graduates have gone onto work in a range of rewarding and high-growth careers such as, Business Psychology, HR, Consultancy, Coaching or Training. Other key careers in which graduates of the programme excel in include analytics and diversity. By studying Business and Organisational Psychology, individuals can gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a wide range of fields, making it a great choice for anyone looking to advance their career.
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Want to learn more?
Watch our full webinar recording:
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