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Industrial and organizational psychology (I-O psychology) which is also known as

occupational psychology, organizational psychology, or work and organizational
psychology; is an applied discipline within psychology. Industrial, work and
organizational psychology (IWO) is the broader global term for the field internationally.
The discipline is the science of human behavior relating to work and applies
psychological theories and principles to organizations and individuals in their places of
work as well as the individual's work-life more generally. [1] Industrial and
organizational psychologists are trained in the scientist–practitioner model. They
contribute to an organization's success by improving the performance, motivation, job
satisfaction, and occupational safety and health as well as the overall health and well-
being of its employees. An I-O psychologist conducts research on employee behaviors
and attitudes, and how these can be improved through hiring practices, training
programs, feedback, and management systems. [2]
I-O psychology was ranked the fastest growing occupation over the next decade
according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics's Occupational Outlook Handbook in
2014.[3] It is estimated to grow 53% with a mean salary of US$109,030, with those at the
top 10 percentile earning $192,150 for 2018. [4]
As of 2020, I-O psychology is one of the 17 recognized professional specialties by
the American Psychological Association (APA) in the United States.[5] It is represented
by Division 14 of the APA and is formally known as the Society for Industrial and
Organizational Psychology (SIOP).