Program Details
Recruiting & selection
Performance appraisal
Management & administration
Sales & marketing
Branding
Advertising
Marketing communication
Ergonomics
Work place grief counseling
Ergonomics
Behavioral economics
Consumer research
Team building
Job satisfaction
- Location:
- Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Program Type:
- Full Degree
- Degree Level:
- Bachelor
- Specialty:
- Psychology
Program Overview
- Program Description:
- What is Business Psychology?
Business psychology is the scientific study of how psychological theories
and skills can be applied to different areas of a business organization to
improve the productivity & efficiency of the organization, while enhancing
the satisfaction and quality of work life of the individuals involved.
This discipline of study is also referred to as Organizational, Industrial, Work
or Occupational psychology by different individuals & organizations. Business
psychology is one of the latest trends in the corporate sector and organizations
are moving away from traditional HR & management theories in to more
strategic, research based and advanced tools and methods.
Recruiting & selection Performance appraisal Management & administration Sales & marketing Branding Advertising Marketing communication Ergonomics Work place grief counseling Ergonomics Behavioral economics Consumer research Team building Job satisfaction
- Setting Description:
- Psychology for Recruitment & Selection Job dissatisfaction, absenteeism & problems in retention are main issues faced by HR professionals. Research has indicated that personality – job role compatibility is a major factor which is not used much in selecting individuals. Psychometric testing is a reliable and a validated method of selecting the right people for the right job. Psychology knowledge and skills will help you select relevant screening tests, strategic interview methods and personality profiling which goes beyond the normal HR practices of selection. Consumer Psychology Analyzing human behavior and thinking is the key to identifying human preferences and how their preferences for products & services would vary with age, culture, socio- economic level, seasons, race, religion and hundreds of other factors that influence consumer behaviors. Consumer psychology will provide you with knowledge & skills not only to understand these dynamics, giving your a better idea of you targ