I o psychology consists of two portions as the name denotes the i in industrial refers to the selection placement and training of suitable employees to ensure the smooth and effective running of the organization while the o refers to the safety wellbeing and exploration of the employees fullest potential. A focus on the development of employees and organizational structure helps students understand how psychology is applied in the workplace organizational psychology is discussed as an area of i o that focuses on social behavior including the management of work groups and organizations. Psychology at work an introduction to industrial and organizational psychology mcgraw hill international editions berry lilly m houston john p 9780071159630 amazoncom books flip to back flip to front listen playing paused youre listening to a sample of the audible audio edition learn more. Industrial and organisational psychology also known as i o psychology or work psychology is the scientific study of employees workplaces and organizations industrial and organizational psychologists contribute to an organizations success by improving the performance satisfaction and well being of its employees. Now in its eighth edition psychology applied to work has established itself as the standard for textbooks in introductory industrial and organizational psychology written by paul muchinsky a recognized expert and award winning teacher this text provides the most comprehensive resource available for i o students a research based text coupled with the most relevant and contemporary