What is the Difference industrial psychology and organizational psychology?

Answer 1

The Industrial label notates the study of workers' behavior on the job along with personnel selection, promotion, training, pay scale etc. the bottom line is people and personnel. the organizational label denotes the study of organizations as a whole, looking into structure, organizational culture, forces of change, methods of change etc.

Answer 2

Organizational psychology utilizes scientific methodology to better understand the behavior of individuals working in organizational settings. This knowledge is used in a variety of ways to help organizations become more effective. Using Katz and Kahn's definition of organizations, with its defining characteristic, patterned behavior, we can infer that some structure has been imposed on the perspective applicant. From an organizational perspective, this behavior could actually begin in the attraction stage of recruitment. For example, when available jobs are posted, skills required for the job, educational level and hours per week are generally included in the advertisement. By posting this type information, organizations reduce the number of unsuitable applicants. The advertisement per se does not impose structure, but it does inform the applicant about skills and behavior expected for the position. This in turn helps job seekers choose the listing they feel is most compatible to their education and work experience. Use of organizational psychology principles can be viewed as a critical necessity in the recruitment process. These principles are important in the selection of new employees, making sure the applicant "fits" the organization and making sure the organization "fits" the applicant.

Research has shown that applicants are more attracted to organizations they perceive to be compatible with their cultures, values, and personalities. Research also indicates employees report greater job satisfaction when placed in a work environment where other members have similar skills, education, beliefs and values (Jex & Britt). Utilizing the principles of organizational psychology in the recruitment process are most beneficial if the applicant feels the interviewer is knowledgeable about advertised position and if they are treated professionally, with respect. The image organizations portray in recruiting materials, company websites, and advertising is important because it could negatively influence an applicant's opinion of the organization. Negative signals tell the applicant what the organization would be like as an employer (Jex & Britt).

Source(s):Jex, S. M. & Britt, T. W. (2008). Organizational Psychology: A Scientist-Practitioner Approach, (2nd ed.). Hoboken, NJ: Wiley

Katz, D. & Kahn, R. L. (1966). "Organization and the system concept." The Social Psychology of Organizations. Wiley & Sons. Reprinted in Classics of Organization Theory. (2001). J. Shafritz & J. S. Ott. Fort Worth: Harcourt College Publishers

Answer 3

Organizational psychology is psychology of the workplace. You can learn more at siop.org.

Answer 4

a branch of psychology is organisational psychology.. there is also clinical psych, developmental psych, counselling psych etc

Answer 5

what is organizational psychology?