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Professional Diploma in Occupational Psychology in Human Resource Management

 

Department of Management Psychology — Novera International University

 

The Professional Diploma in Occupational Psychology in Human Resource Management (Occupational/Work Psychology in HR) is an advanced training and academic program designed to bridge the gap between behavioral and psychological sciences and human capital management practices.

The program focuses on understanding human behavior within the workplace in order to improve productivity, enhance employee well-being, and build a motivating and effective organizational culture.

1. Main Program Objectives:

  •         Understand and analyze employees’ motivations, behavioral patterns, and personality traits.

  •         Improve recruitment, selection, and hiring processes through the use of psychometric tools and behavioral assessment.

  •         Design effective programs to enhance job satisfaction and organizational engagement (Employee Engagement).

  •         Manage occupational stress and burnout (Burnout), and promote psychological well-being in the workplace.

  •         Develop leadership skills, conflict management, and the building of integrated work teams.

  •         Manage organizational change and reduce employee resistance to it.

2. Core Modules and Courses:

Module

Main Topics

Foundations of Organizational and Occupational Psychology

• Theories of human behavior at work.
• Motivation, incentives, and learning theories.
• Group dynamics and team building.

Psychological Assessment and Measurement in Recruitment

• Competency-based behavioral interviews.
• Personality and occupational aptitude tests.
• Assessment and Development Centers (Assessment Centers).

Mental Health and Occupational Well-Being

• Strategies for managing stress and toxic work environments.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs).
• Work-Life Balance.

Leadership, Influence, and Change Management

• Leadership styles and their impact on performance.
• Emotional Intelligence (EQ) for leaders and managers.
• Psychological aspects of change management and organizational development.

Performance Management and Career Development

• Behavioral aspects of performance appraisal and feedback.
• Coaching and Mentoring.
• Conflict management and mediation in the workplace.

3. Skills Acquired by Trainees:

  •         Organizational behavior analysis: diagnosing management problems from behavioral and psychological perspectives.

  •         Psychometric assessment: using and interpreting the results of occupational psychological tests.

  •         Coaching and guidance: practicing career guidance to improve the performance of individuals and teams.

  •         Mediation and conflict resolution: effectively applying negotiation methods and resolving workplace disputes.

4. Target Audience:

  •         Human Resource Managers & Specialists (HR Managers & Specialists).

  •         Recruitment, training, and organizational development specialists (L&D / Talent Acquisition).

  •         Consultants in management and organizational development.

  •         Career and psychological counselors wishing to specialize in business and corporate environments.

  •         Team leaders and executive managers interested in developing their leadership and gaining a deeper understanding of their teams.

 

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