Jump to content

Attend a Professional School for I/O Psychology? --> For career in org.dev/managment consulting


Recommended Posts

Posted (edited)

Hello everyone,

 

I've read and re-read the stigmas around professional schools for psychology around the U.S. -- They are rumored to be "degree mills" who use students as "cash cows," and will typically accept anyone who can flip the bill. I get it.

 

What nobody seems to talk about is the fact that these schools emphasize a "learning by doing" approach to psychology. This is a concept that I find very attractive, and although I know professional schools tend to have tainted reputations, I feel attending one of them might benefit my ability to apply psychological theory.

 

That said, I have a question for you all...

 

I've recently been accepted to CSPP at Alliant (MA Industrial-Organizational Psych) and intend on pursuing a career in organizational development or managment consulting. Knowing that I do not intend on pursing a career in academia, does it matter which school I attend so long as I acquire a MA degree? -- In other words, do you think my attending Alliant will "hurt" my resume, and do you think I should take the time to apply to more traditional programs?

 

*Note: I only applied to professional schools because I felt their emphasis on applied psychology fit my learning style.*

Edited by bt56

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use