Applied Psychology

Title of master program: Master’s Program in Applied Psychology

Academic degree: Master in Applied Psychology

Amount of credits: 120

Language of tuition: Georgian

Highest level of academic education: Master’s studies

Type of educational program: Academic

Purpose of the program: 

Within the framework of the Master’s Program in Applied Psychology, the students will

• acquire deep and systematic knowledge in the spheres of political and organizational management;
• gain a profound understanding of political and managerial behavior, including modern concepts of managerial behavior, main theories and approaches, and trends, the relevant theoretical, methodological, and research principles;   
• gain knowledge to plan and implement individual research projects.

The purpose of the program is to develop:

• the skills for successful implementation of knowledge acquired in political psychology and the psychology of management/organizational behavior as well as the other skills necessary for professional activity;
• analytical thinking and practical skills to conduct research, develop effective research strategies and carry out intervention;
• the skills necessary for the planning and implementation of individual research projects.

 To achieve the above objectives, the Master's program in Applied Psychology employs a relevant curriculum, with the educational components being delivered by the university's academic staff, as well as invited specialists who possess appropriate experience and competencies.

The Master's program in Applied Psychology includes both the delivery of theoretical knowledge and the development of practical skills within each course. In lectures and seminars, theoretical materials are complemented by discussions of practical examples and case studies, many of which are based on the experiences of lecturers and leading specialists in the field. Special attention is given to the active engagement of master's students in the learning process through presentations, discussions, debates, and role-playing activities, which also foster the development of communication and teamwork skills. Written assignments are designed to reinforce subject knowledge and academic writing skills, providing students with various forms of assessment throughout the course. These include quizzes, responses to open and closed questions, micro-projects, and final projects. Practical knowledge is further shared with students by specially invited experts. The curriculum and the overall academic process prepare future master's students for effective work in their chosen field.

Employment:

Graduates of the program will have the opportunity to develop their professionalism and build a successful career in the public sector, international and non-government organizations, and the private sector.  They can work everywhere where there is a demand for competencies in political or management/ organizational psychology which is ensured by the curriculum of the master’s program.

See the program curriculum

 Curriculum