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 o. 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. Psychology and work is a new edition of the award winning textbook written for introductory industrial and organizational i o psychology classes this book makes the core topics of i o psychology clear relevant and accessible to students through its dynamic design