National Institute of Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad

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Post-Graduate Diploma in Industrial & Organizational Psychology

In an increasingly competitive work environment, the task of management has become more complex. If one wants to make an impact on the productivity of an individual or the organization, one must build on human capital. Dr. Muhammad Ajmal National Institute of Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University is offering a unique opportunity in the form of Post-Graduate Diploma in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. The uniqueness of this program lies in its practical approach towards individual as well as organizational development. The courses in this regard are designed especially in a non-traditional manner, to develop those skills in the individuals that make them effective employees, leaders/managers or entrepreneurs. This course is especially suitable for those fresh graduates who would like to have a complete tool kit before entering job market or a business venture. The variety of courses in this one-year diploma course provide both breadth and depth of organizational issues. Managers who have just started their careers can benefit from the program and acquire skills that would enable them to take up real world challenges more effectively. This diploma will also help entrepreneurs in understanding employee behaviors and attitudes, to maximize their organizational productivity, and consumers’ decision-making process in developing their marketing strategies. Each course is based on blend of theoretical as well as practical issues of relevance to Personal/Professional development in the context of Pakistani organizations and business environment.

Semester-Wise Breakdown of Diploma Courses:

Diploma comprises of two semesters. Following courses will be taught in every semester:

1st SEMESTER

S.No.

Course Code

Course Title

Credit Hours

1.

DIOP-100

Human Resource Management

3

2.

DIOP-101

Consumer Psychology

3

3.

DIOP-102

Organizational Behavior

3

4.

DIOP-103

Entrepreneurship Management

3

5

DIOP-104

Workplace Psychological Assessment

3

   

Total 15

 

2nd SEMESTER

S.No.

Course Code

Course Title

Credit Hours

1.

DIOP-105

Leadership and Management 

3

2.

DIOP-106

Psychosocial Interventions at Workplace

3

3.

DIOP-107

Marketing and Communication Strategies

3

4.

DIOP-108

Project

6

   

Total 15

Total Credit Hrs…………………….30