Introduction to Industrial Organizational Psychology
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What is the primary goal of Industrial Organizational Psychology?

  • Decrease productivity in the workplace
  • Reduce employee well-being
  • Focus solely on organizational culture
  • Increase productivity and well-being of employees (correct)

    • Which approach in I/O Psychology involves determining competencies, developing staffing, and focusing on organizational culture?

  • Enhancing organizational communication
  • Improving working conditions only
  • Determining and developing competencies, and staffing (correct)
  • Analyzing job satisfaction

    • What is the main focus of Personnel Psychology within Industrial/Organizational Psychology?

  • Workplace design and ergonomics
  • Leadership and organizational change
  • Evaluating employee performance and recruiting applicants (correct)
  • Job satisfaction and employee motivation

    • Which field within I/O Psychology is concerned with workplace design and human-machine interaction?

    <p>Human Factors/Ergonomics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do I/O Psychologists typically find employment opportunities?

    <p>Private sector, public sector, consulting, education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Organizational Psychology within Industrial/Organizational Psychology?

    <p>Organizational communication and job satisfaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Job Analysis refer to in I/O Psychology?

    <p>Gathering, analyzing, and structuring information about a job's components, characteristics, and requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Job Analysis important in an organization?

    <p>It will help the organization identify training requirements for its employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an importance of Job Analysis?

    <p>Job Description</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the eight sections typically found in a Job Description?

    <p>Job title, Brief summary, Work activities, Tools and equipment used, Job content, Performance standard, Compensation information, Personal requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done in the 'Preparing for Job Analysis' phase?

    <p>Identify task performed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in 'Conducting Job Analysis' process?

    <p>Identify task performed</p> Signup and view all the answers

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