The MA Work and Organisational Behaviour at University College Cork offers a compelling pathway for graduates interested in applying psychological principles to enhance workplace effectiveness and employee well-being. You will explore critical areas such as recruitment, performance management, organisational change, and the impact of technology on work experiences. This postgraduate degree is ideal if you aspire to careers in human resources, organisational development, consultancy, or research, providing you with the specialist knowledge to address contemporary challenges in the world of work and contribute to organisational success.
This Masters degree is delivered full-time on campus over one calendar year, immersing you in a dynamic learning environment. You will engage with core modules covering qualitative and quantitative research methods, learning, well-being, personnel selection, and organisational change, alongside elective choices that allow you to tailor your studies. A significant component is the research dissertation, where you will independently investigate a topic within work and organisational behaviour. You will graduate with the analytical skills and practical insights necessary for impactful roles in various professional settings.