Psychology and Business (MA)CN81

Psychologists study: how we perceive, think and learn about the world around usthe way biological and social factors influence how we behavehow interests and abilities differ from person to personhow we communicate verbally and non-verballyhow and why our mental abilities change across our lives Psychology is an experimental and observational science. It uses evidence from research studies to develop and evaluate theories. Our programme focuses on developing skills in research methods and statistical analysis using R programming. This supports our research-led teaching. Studying business will prepare you for the different challenges affecting: contemporary businessesgovernmentsnot-for-profit organisations World-leading industry professionals and researchers will help you develop personal and professional skills such as: authentic leadershipethical, responsible and sustainable business behaviourentrepreneurial practiceeffective communication Our personal and professional competency framework This will help you to work across various roles in contemporary business including: accountancy and financestrategymarketinghuman resource managementdata analyticsentrepreneurship and innovation Our Business School Student Development team provide opportunities for you to progress further. For example, you can take part in the Edinburgh Awards, supported by an alumni professional mentor and trained coaches: Personal and Professional Development (Year 2)Effective and Responsible Leadership (Year 3 or 4) Edinburgh Awards You can also participate in a range of business societies, events and peer-support schemes. It may be possible to obtain accreditation by the British Psychological Society (BPS). This programme is accredited when you: cover the coreBPSareas:Cognitive PsychologyBiological PsychologySocial PsychologyDevelopmental PsychologyIndividual Differencescomplete a dissertation in Year 4achieve a 2.2 or above in your overall degree classification cover the coreBPSareas: Cognitive PsychologyBiological PsychologySocial PsychologyDevelopmental PsychologyIndividual Differences complete a dissertation in Year 4 achieve a 2.2 or above in your overall degree classification Most students graduate withBPSaccreditation. However, if you fail to meet the accreditation criteria, you will graduate with an alternative degree in Psychology. Business School programmes are accredited by a range of world-leading business education organisations and professional bodies. We have strong links to the world of practice through research, consultancy and teaching. Details of our accreditation and rankings This programme holds accreditation from an international ranking body, Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).