Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Industrial-Organizational Psychology Concentration
Explore How People Think, Work, and Collaborate in Organizations
Organizations perform through people. Understanding behavior, attitudes, motivation, assessment, and social influence can help business professionals approach workplace decisions with greater awareness of how individuals and groups respond.
Waldorf University's online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an Industrial-Organizational Psychology concentration combines a broad business foundation with focused study in workplace behavior, social psychology, attitudes, persuasion, and psychological assessment.
Designed for working adults, transfer students, and military-affiliated learners, the program provides a flexible way to build specialized knowledge while managing work, service, family, and other responsibilities.
An Online Industrial-Organizational Psychology Concentration Designed for Working Adults
The Industrial-Organizational Psychology concentration is part of Waldorf's 120-credit online BS in Business Administration. Students study major business functions, then add 15 credits of focused coursework in the concentration.
Program Highlights
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100% online
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120-credit bachelor's degree
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15-credit Industrial-Organizational Psychology concentration
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Broad-based business curriculum
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Focused coursework in workplace behavior, social psychology, attitudes, persuasion, and psychological assessment
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Flexible online learning
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11 online term start dates per year
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$345 per credit hour for online undergraduate coursework
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Up to 75% of the bachelor's degree may be completed through eligible transfer credit based on a personalized evaluation
Why Choose a Business Administration Degree With a Industrial-Organizational Psychology Concentration
Industrial-organizational psychology applies psychological ideas to workplace questions. Within a business degree, the concentration helps students examine the human side of organizations while also building knowledge of management, marketing, finance, operations, and strategy.
Students may pursue the concentration to:
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Build specialized knowledge within a versatile business degree
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Connect discipline-specific ideas with organizational decisions
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Add formal education to existing professional or military experience
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Complete a bachelor's degree after earning eligible college credit
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Prepare for future graduate study or professional development
What Will You Learn in a Industrial-Organizational Psychology Concentration
Workplace Behavior
Examine psychological concepts related to motivation, performance, leadership, and organizational life.
Social Psychology
Explore how individuals' thoughts and behavior are influenced by groups, situations, and relationships.
Attitudes and Persuasion
Consider how attitudes form, change, and affect communication and decisions.
Psychological Assessment
Develop foundational awareness of assessment concepts, measurement, and responsible interpretation.
Business Application
Connect behavioral insights with management, HR, marketing, communication, and organizational strategy.
Industrial-Organizational Psychology Careers and Workforce Outlook
Knowledge from the Industrial-Organizational Psychology concentration can support work in multiple industries and organizational settings. The examples below illustrate occupational areas related to the curriculum; they do not guarantee employment, eligibility, advancement, or salary.
Occupational area |
What the work may involve |
Projected growth 2025–2035 |
Average annual openings |
|---|---|---|---|
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Human resources specialist |
Supports recruiting, employee relations, and other HR functions |
6% |
73,700 |
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Training and development specialist |
Plans and administers employee learning programs; related experience may be expected |
11% |
46,000 |
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Market research analyst |
Studies consumer preferences and market conditions |
7% |
82,000 |
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Psychologist |
Applies psychological knowledge in research or practice; typically requires an advanced degree and may require licensure |
6% |
11,300 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook. Projections and opening estimates are national and cover 2025 through 2035. Requirements and outcomes vary by employer, location, experience, credentials, and other factors.
This bachelor's concentration does not qualify a graduate to use the title psychologist, practice psychology independently, or obtain psychologist licensure. Psychologist occupations typically require an advanced degree, and licensing requirements vary by state and position.
Potential Career Directions
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Human resources
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Recruiting and talent support
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Training and development
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Employee engagement
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Organizational development support
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Market or employee research
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People analytics support
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Change-management support
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Graduate study in industrial-organizational psychology or a related field
Finish What You Started
Your Previous Credits Can Help Move You Forward
Waldorf provides a personalized transfer evaluation, and eligible students may be able to complete up to 75% of the 120-credit bachelor's degree through transfer credit. That means as many as 90 eligible credits may apply, depending on how prior coursework fits degree requirements.
Make Your Education Investment Count
At $345 per credit hour, Waldorf's online undergraduate tuition provides a clear starting point for planning. Applying eligible transfer credit may reduce the number of Waldorf credits and total tuition needed to finish the degree.
Transfer With Greater Clarity
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Fast, free transfer evaluation
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Up to 75% of the bachelor's degree through eligible transfer credit
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Dedicated transfer advisors
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Personalized evaluation of previous coursework
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Flexible online pathway designed for working adults
Business Administration is a designated Pathways Program major. Students entering through an eligible pathway may be able to complete the bachelor's degree in approximately 18 to 24 months, depending on credits previously earned and accepted.
Request a Transfer Evaluation →
The Waldorf Difference
Build Specialized Industrial-Organizational Psychology Knowledge AND Keep Your Broader Goals in View
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Study Industrial-Organizational Psychology AND build knowledge across major business functions
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Earn your bachelor's degree AND continue building professional experience
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Study online AND remain present for work, family, or military responsibilities
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Bring eligible previous credit with you AND move closer to graduation
YOUR LIFE CONTINUES. YOUR EDUCATION DOES TOO.
Online Education for Military-Affiliated Students
Waldorf has extensive experience serving active-duty service members, veterans, and military families. Online programs are designed to accommodate learners managing duty schedules, deployments, relocations, work, and family responsibilities.
Military training, Joint Services Transcript coursework, Community College of the Air Force coursework, certifications, and prior college credit may be evaluated for transfer. Active-duty service members using eligible Tuition Assistance may qualify for Waldorf's undergraduate military rate of $250 per credit hour, aligned with the Department of Defense Tuition Assistance cap. Eligibility, benefit coverage, and branch requirements vary; students should confirm their options with their education office and Waldorf's Warrior Support Center.
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Flexible online coursework
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Military transfer-credit evaluation
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Support with Tuition Assistance and eligible VA education benefits
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Participation in ArmyIgnitED, GEM, and AU-ABC pathways
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Dedicated Warrior Support Center guidance
Who Should Consider the Industrial-Organizational Psychology Concentration
The online BS in Business Administration with a Industrial-Organizational Psychology concentration may fit students who want focused industrial-organizational psychology knowledge within a versatile business degree.
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Professionals interested in employee behavior, engagement, training, or organizational change
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HR and management employees seeking a behavioral-science perspective
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Students considering later graduate study in industrial-organizational psychology
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Transfer and military-affiliated students ready to complete a bachelor's degree
This program is available online only.
B.A./B.S. Degree Requirements
- Completion of the core curriculum and the curriculum for the major, totaling 120 credits
- A grade of C or higher in all coursework in the major and, if applicable, in the concentration(s)
- 2.00 cumulative grade point average for work completed at Waldorf
- Minimum of 36 upper-division credit hours
Review the complete list of core requirements for this program.
| Requirements | Credit Hours |
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| Major Requirements | 60 |
| Courses Required for Major | 45 |
| Concentration | 15 |
| Core Requirements | 60 |
| Grand Total: | 120 |
| Prefix | Number | Course | Credit Hours |
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| PSY | 3140 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| PSY | 3490 | Industrial Organizational Psychology | 3 |
| PSY | 1010 | General Psychology | 3 |
| PSY | 4510 | Attitudes and Persuasion | 3 |
| PSY | 4560 | Psychological Assessment | 3 |
| Total Concentration Credit Hours: | 15 | ||
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Degree Requirements
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Complete the core and major curricula for 120 total credits
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Earn a grade of C or higher in major and concentration coursework
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Earn at least a 2.00 cumulative GPA in Waldorf coursework
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Complete at least 36 upper-division credit hours
Frequently Asked Questions About the Industrial-Organizational Psychology Concentration
Is the Industrial-Organizational Psychology concentration online?
Yes. The concentration is offered within Waldorf's online BS in Business Administration.
How many credits are required?
The bachelor's degree requires 120 credits, including 15 credits associated with the concentration.
How much is online undergraduate tuition?
The stated online undergraduate rate is $345 per credit hour. Qualified active-duty students using Tuition Assistance may be eligible for a $250-per-credit military rate. Tuition and eligibility are subject to current university policy.
How much can I transfer?
Following an individualized evaluation, eligible students may apply up to 75% of the degree—up to 90 of 120 credits—from accepted transfer credit.
Does the concentration guarantee a particular job?
No. The program develops academic knowledge and transferable business skills, but employment depends on experience, location, employer requirements, credentials, and other factors.
Does this concentration qualify me to become a psychologist?
This bachelor's concentration does not qualify a graduate to use the title psychologist, practice psychology independently, or obtain psychologist licensure. Psychologist occupations typically require an advanced degree, and licensing requirements vary by state and position.
Related Waldorf Programs
Students may also explore other Business Administration concentrations, the Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Administration, or graduate business programs. Program availability and admissions requirements vary.
Take the Next Step
Build specialized industrial-organizational psychology knowledge within a flexible online business degree. Request information to learn how your previous credits, goals, and experience may fit Waldorf's program.