MBA 583: ​Special Topics in Organizational Psychology

This course examines how psychological theories and principles apply to human behavior in the workplace. We will explore social, experimental, cognitive, evolutionary, abnormal, and cross-cultural psychologies, focusing on the social and biological forces that shape individual and group behaviors. Topics range from the role of identity formation and impression management in team interactions to understanding cognitive differences and cross-cultural perspectives that can be leveraged to influence and lead others. Through critical analysis and practical applications, students will gain important insights into the psychological foundations of work and employment, fostering a deeper understanding of human behavior in diverse organizational contexts.