MSc Organisational and Social Psychology

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

This programme examines the psychology of organisations and investigates how employee behaviour and organisational outcomes are shaped by leadership, culture, identity, social norms, and wellbeing. Drawing upon the science of organisational and social psychology, you’ll explore how organisations can foster the processes – for instance, innovation, change, decision-making, inclusivity, and teamwork – that ensure indivudual and collective success. Guided by experienced social and organisational psychologists, you’ll study classic and contemporary research and learn how to use different methodologies to diagnose and address organisational processes. The curriculum includes core courses on social psychology and research methods, alongside optional courses on topics such as organisational culture, organisational development, identity and social relations, and many others. The programme is perfect if you’re looking to specialise in an area of applied psychology or if you have experience working in organisations and organisational consultancy. You’ll acquire highly transferable skills to help you influence and improve organisational culture and performance in many different settings. Our graduates land rewarding roles in consulting, organisational development and change, behavioural insights research, HR, training government and not-for-profit organisations, and academia. Many also follow a route as entrepreneurs or return to organisations in new roles.

Psychological and Behavioural Science