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This module will focus on individuals and groups in relation to their work. It will look at the contribution psychology can make in enhancing individual and organisational productivity, satisfaction, safety and well-being.
Four main areas are explored in depth: selection and assessment at work; stress; work motivation:
Theories, applications and implications for people and work, including aspects of team working and leadership

Upon completion of this module you will be able to:
LO1: Apply psychological theory to the workplace and explore the challenges in applying research
evidence to support work psychology solutions
LO2: Compare and contrast approaches to organisational selection and evaluate the effectiveness of psychological assessment tools in a selection context
LO3: Critically reflect on theories of stress at work and associated workplace interventions
LO4: Compare and contrast theories of work motivation and discuss their implications for the individual and the work organisation
LO5 Critically compare approaches to leadership and their impact within the workplace