MSc Business Psychology

The MSc Business Psychology is a specialised postgraduate degree that combines psychology and business to understand how people behave in the workplace. This programme is ideal for individuals who want to improve employee performance, workplace wellbeing, leadership, and organisational effectiveness using psychological principles.
The course covers key areas such as organisational behaviour, employee motivation, leadership development, consumer psychology, human resource practices, and workplace wellbeing. Students will learn how to apply psychological theories to real business situations, helping organisations improve productivity, communication, and employee satisfaction. It also develops strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills that are essential in modern workplaces.
This MSc Business Psychology is suitable for graduates in psychology, business, human resources, or related fields, as well as professionals who want to develop expertise in understanding human behaviour in organisations.
By completing this degree, learners gain the ability to analyse workplace challenges and support positive organisational change. It opens career opportunities such as HR specialist, organisational development consultant, business psychologist, and recruitment consultant in a wide range of industries.
Course Overview
Modules
09
Duration
1 Year
Study Mood
Online
Assessment
Assessment Based
Course Study Units
- Understanding and Influencing Organisational Culture
- Transformational Leadership for Modern Business
- Inclusion and Diversity
- Leading Organisational Change and Transition
- Coaching for Change Agents
- Consumer Psychology for Marketing (Option)
- People and Organisational Development (Option)
- Research Methods and Skills
- Business Research Project

Entry Requirements
Who Can Enroll
The MSc Business Psychology is designed for individuals who want to understand human behaviour in the workplace and apply psychological principles to improve business performance. It is suitable for both graduates and professionals who aim to develop expertise in employee behaviour, leadership, and organisational development. This programme is ideal for those seeking careers in human resources, management, consulting, and related fields.
- Graduates in Psychology, Business, Human Resources, or related disciplines
- HR professionals seeking advanced knowledge of workplace behaviour
- Managers and team leaders aiming to improve leadership skills
- Recruitment and talent acquisition specialists
- Individuals working in organisational development roles
- Business professionals interested in employee motivation and performance
- Graduates planning careers in business psychology or consultancy
- Professionals in training and development roles
- Individuals interested in workplace wellbeing and employee engagement
- Learners aspiring to work in behavioural or organisational research roles
Course Learning Outcomes
Understanding and Influencing Organisational Culture
- Analyse the psychological aspects of organisational culture and their impact on business functions
- Evaluate how culture influences motivation, job design, decision-making, and change management
- Apply systems-based approaches to identify organisational culture issues
- Develop evidence-based solutions to improve workplace culture
Transformational Leadership for Modern Business
- Assess different leadership approaches across self, team, and organisational levels
- Apply psychological theories to leadership and management practices
- Develop strategies for effective leadership in dynamic business environments
- Design evidence-based solutions to leadership and organisational challenges
Inclusion and Diversity
- Understand key principles of inclusion and diversity in organisations
- Analyse the impact of diversity on business performance and culture
- Demonstrate awareness of working with diverse cultural, social, and economic groups
- Apply strategies to promote inclusiveness and manage diversity effectively
Leading Organisational Change and Transition
- Evaluate theories of organisational change and transition
- Identify challenges and resistance to change within organisations
- Analyse causes of resistance and propose practical solutions
- Apply psychological and management concepts to lead successful change initiatives
Coaching for Change Agents
- Understand key theories and frameworks of coaching and mentoring
- Evaluate the role of coaching in improving employee performance and engagement
- Apply coaching techniques in organisational contexts
- Develop skills to support change and development within teams
Consumer Psychology for Marketing (Option)
- Understand the psychological factors influencing consumer behaviour
- Analyse how and why customers make purchasing decisions
- Evaluate key psychological concepts used in marketing strategies
- Apply consumer psychology principles to design effective marketing campaigns
People and Organisational Development (Option)
- Understand psychological theories of learning and employee development
- Analyse training and development practices in modern organisations
- Evaluate the effectiveness of workplace learning programmes
- Design and assess training initiatives to enhance employee engagement and performance
Research Methods and Skills
- Develop advanced research design and methodological skills
- Analyse and interpret business and psychological data effectively
- Integrate knowledge from different modules into research practice
- Prepare for independent research and professional development
Business Research Project
- Conduct independent research on a relevant business psychology topic
- Apply advanced analytical and critical thinking skills
- Interpret data and present findings effectively
- Demonstrate in-depth understanding of industry issues through research
