Career Outlook
What Can You Do With an MA in Organizational Psychology?
Applying Organizational Psychology in the Real World
“I began my career in human resources a few years before enrolling in the MAOP program and transitioned jobs during the program. In doing so, I've been able to directly apply what I learned at William James College to work with leadership on improving recruitment, onboarding, performance management and other talent management practices. My MA in Organizational Psychology practicum gave me experience consulting to an organization in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), which I utilize in my role today to move my organization's DEI goals.”
— Isaak Kifle, Senior Human Resources Associate at J-PAL North America at MIT
What Does an Organizational Psychologist Do?
Organizational psychologists hold dynamic roles improving performance and job satisfaction for employees, teams, and systems in an organization, whether as an internal practitioner or an external consultant. As a master's level organizational psychologist, you can apply your new skills immediately to the workplace and will have many opportunities in your future depending on your passion, interests, and goals. Organizational psychologists are needed in all sizes and types of organizations and span every industry.
Careers With an MA in Organizational Psychology
At William James College, you'll apply what you learn through coursework, real-world training, your high-touch faculty, and your peers. These experiences help you develop practical skills, professional confidence, and a deeper understanding of how psychology is used in healthcare, workplaces, and communities. The following examples highlight the diverse roles our alumni hold across these settings.
- Organizational Effectiveness Manager
- Training and Development Consultant
- Senior Human Resources Associate
- Manager, Leadership Development and Talent Manager
- Organizational Development and Training Manager
- HR Generalist
- Employee Relations Specialist
- Education and Employment Counselor
- Sr. Human Resources Business Partner
- Organizational Development Partner
- Practice Manager
Where Our Graduates Work
Here's a sampling of organizations where our MA in Organizational Psychology graduates are making a difference.
- Amazon
- Bay Cove Human Services
- Baylor College of Medicine
- Beacon Communities LLC
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA
- Collaborative Solutions for Communities
- Community Catalyst
- Compass Health Network
- Evolv Technology
- Garden Remedies Inc.
- J-PAL North America at MIT
- Office Depot Inc.
- The Hartford Insurance Company
- Wesleyan University
- William James College
From Field Placement to Full-Time Career
“I was always hopeful I might find a job at the end of my field placement, but it was never a guarantee. But it actually happened to me—I was hired by a WJC alum—which has been a dream.I'm incredibly grateful that James Judd and Dartmouth Health Children's created an opportunity for me to work in healthcare, improve the employee experience within a hospital system, and help folks feel like they belong in the organization.”
—Chelsea E. White, MAOP Alumna, trained at Dartmouth Health Children’s under the field supervision of MAOP alum, Dr. James Judd. Read about her journey here.
Salary Guide For Organizational Psychologists
With your Organizational Psychology MA degree, you will increase your earning power and the skills to excel in high-paying jobs, According to salary.com, there is a range of salaries for organizational psychology, which vary by industry and occupation. Here is a sampling below. We encourage you to do your own research on salary.com or the Bureau of Labor Statistics to explore salary expectations for your geographical region and industry.
| Job Titles | National Salary |
| Organizational Psychologist | $83,954-$161,825 |
| Organizational Development Strategist | $96,138-$160,364 |
| Talent and Diversity Manager | $140,849-$244,011 |
Are you ready to pursue a career as an organizational psychologist?
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