MSc Business Psychology

at University of Hertfordshire

• The programme covers core modules such as organisational behavior, leadership and management development, well-being at work, and research methods in occupational psychology. 
• Students explore topics like employee motivation, team dynamics, conflict resolution, and change management within organisations. 
• Modules on psychological assessment and psychometrics provide skills in developing and utilising effective assessment tools for personnel selection and development. 
• Applied projects and a dissertation allow students to conduct original research and apply their knowledge to real-world business challenges. 
• The curriculum is designed to develop a deep understanding of the psychological factors that influence workplace behavior and performance.

Course Modules

• Learning, Training, and Development   
• Psychological Assessment at Work   
• HRM for Psychologists    
• The Workplace and Psychology    
• Culture, Change and Leadership

Important Dates

The University of Hertfordshire is not accepting new applications for this course right now. Students who want to enroll should keep a close eye on the university's website for updates on when they can start applying again. The course usually starts in September, so potential applicants need to stay tuned for news about the next intake.

• The entry requirement is at least a lower second-class honors (2.2) at the undergraduate degree level. However, prospective students are anticipated to have achieved academic performance equivalent to an upper second-class honors (2:1) level, particularly in relevant fields such as Psychology, Cognitive Science, Business, Management Studies, or comparable disciplines.
• Additionally, a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5 is required, with no section scoring below 5.5.

The University of Hertfordshire charges £ 16,450/yr as tuition fees for the  MSc Business Psychology programme. Students should often visit the university's website to check for any changes in the fees for their programmes. The fees can go up or down each year. It depends on whether the student comes from the same country as the university or from a different country. It also depends on whether the student studies all the time or only some of the time. The website shows the newest fees and if there are any extra costs.

Graduates of the MSc Business Psychology at Hertfordshire are well-prepared for roles applying psychological principles to business and organisational settings. The programme equips students with skills in areas such as employee selection and assessment, training programme design, organisational change management, and using data analytics to improve workplace behavior and performance. Strong employment prospects exist across sectors like consulting, finance, retail, manufacturing, and the public sector for those able to use psychology to enhance employee well-being, motivation, and productivity.