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Master of Applied Psychology in Management

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The Master of Applied Psychology in Management (MAPM) at Golden Gate College blends leadership psychology with AI innovation. This future-focused program prepares students to lead organizations through data-driven decision-making, behavioral analytics, and ethical leadership in the age of AI.

Credit Hour Summary

A 48-credit program delivered over four quarters, each course includes lectures and hands-on project work.

Program Structure

The MAPM program consists of 8 core courses, 3 electives, and a capstone, integrating psychology, AI, and leadership.

Program Benefits

Gain practical skills in AI-powered leadership, data-driven strategy, and behavioral science for real-world impact.

Career Outcomes

Graduates are prepared for high-growth roles in AI-enabled leadership, HR analytics, and digital transformation.

Program Features

Experience hands-on learning with industry-leading AI tools and real-world case studies in leadership psychology.

Curriculum

A carefully designed curriculum combining neuroscience, behavioral data, and AI to develop 21st-century leadership skills.

Credit Hour Summary

Course Type Number of Courses Units per Course Total Units
Core Courses
8
4
32
Elective Courses
3
4
12
Capstone Project
1
4
4
Total
12
4
48
  • This AI & Leadership-focused MAPM program blends organizational psychology, leadership development, and AI-driven decision-making to prepare professionals for the future of management.

Career Outcomes

Graduates will be equipped for roles such as:

  • AI-Powered Organizational Development Manager
  • Chief AI & Leadership Strategist
  • Behavioral Data Scientist in Workforce Analytics
  • HR & Talent Analytics Specialist
  • Executive Leadership Coach with AI Specialization
  • Corporate Strategy Consultant for AI & Leadership

Program Structure

  • Core Courses (8 Courses, 32 Units) – AI & Leadership Core
  • Elective Courses (3 Courses, 12 Units) – AI, Digital Strategy, & Advanced Leadership
  • Capstone Project (1 Course, 4 Units) – AI-Powered Leadership Solutions
  • Each course is 4 units, covering 40 lecture hours + 80 homework hours per quarter.
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Program Benefits

  • Gain Competitive Career Advantage
    Graduates are prepared for high-level roles in corporate leadership, AI-powered HR, talent analytics, and behavioral consulting.
  • Master AI-Powered Workforce Analytics
    Learn how AI predicts team performance, employee engagement, and leadership potential.
  • Enhance Decision-Making & Emotional Intelligence
    Use neuroscience and behavioral science models to make data-driven, ethical leadership choices.
  • Lead with AI & Digital Transformation
    Understand how AI reshapes business, HR, and executive leadership strategies.
  • Practical, Hands-On Learning
    Work with real AI models, leadership simulations, and organizational case studies to develop scalable workforce solutions.

Program Features

  • AI & Behavioral Science Integration
    Learn how AI enhances leadership decision-making through behavioral data science, predictive analytics, and cognitive modeling.
  • Hands-On Learning with Industry-Leading AI Tools
    Utilize IBM Watson, Google AutoML, Affectiva, Tableau, and LinkedIn Talent Insights for real-world workforce analysis & leadership development.
  • Data-Driven Leadership Training
    Apply neuroscience, emotional intelligence (EQ), and AI-powered sentiment analysis to optimize team performance & executive decision-making.
  • Real-World Case Studies & Applications
    Study how Google, Amazon, Netflix, Salesforce, and IBM use AI in leadership, hiring, and performance tracking.
  • Capstone Project – AI-Powered Leadership Strategy
    Develop a custom AI-driven workforce strategy, using predictive analytics, behavioral insights, and ethical AI models.
  • Flexible, Future-Ready Curriculum
    Quarter-based system (48 credit units) covering AI in leadership, behavioral economics, and workplace psychology. Focus on high-growth career fields like AI-driven HR, executive leadership, and organizational analytics.

Curriculum

Core Courses (32 Units, 8 Courses)

These foundational courses integrate AI, leadership, and organizational psychology.

AI-Powered Leadership Foundations

MAPM 601 – Foundations of AI & Psychology in Leadership

  • Introduction to AI’s role in leadership, psychology, and management.
  • How AI enhances decision-making, cognitive analysis, and behavioral insights.

MAPM 602 – Neuroscience & Leadership Decision-Making

  • The brain science behind leadership, emotions, and executive function.

How AI can model human decision-making and bias detection.

 

AI & Behavioral Analytics for Leadership

MAPM 603 – Behavioral Data Science & AI in Management

  • How AI-driven behavioral analytics improve team productivity.
  • Predictive modeling for employee engagement & performance.

MAPM 604 – Psychological Assessments, AI & Leadership Development

  • AI-powered personality and cognitive assessments.
  • Using AI to create customized leadership coaching programs.

AI-Driven Workplace Culture & Influence

MAPM 605 – AI & Employee Well-being: Psychological Safety in Teams

  • AI-driven well-being analysis: Detecting burnout & stress patterns.
  • AI tools for workplace satisfaction & performance optimization.

MAPM 606 – Digital Leadership & AI-Powered Influence Strategies

  • AI-enhanced negotiation, persuasion, and communication strategies.
  • Virtual leadership: Leading hybrid & remote teams with AI insights.
 

Advanced Leadership & AI in Organizational Strategy

MAPM 607 – AI-Powered Strategic Decision-Making

  • AI’s role in high-stakes leadership decisions.
  • Ethics of AI-driven leadership strategies & human-AI collaboration.

MAPM 608 – The Future of Leadership: AI, Innovation & Change Management

  • AI’s role in shaping the next generation of corporate leadership.
  • Adapting to technological change in leadership roles.
 

Students can choose electives focused on AI, digital leadership, and behavioral analytics.

  • MAPM 609 – AI & Human Resources: Hiring, Talent & Workforce Planning
  • MAPM 610 – AI & Bias: Ethical Leadership & Fair Decision-Making
  • MAPM 611 – The Psychology of Digital Transformation & AI Adoption
  • MAPM 612 – AI & Consumer Psychology: Digital Branding & Marketing
  • MAPM 613 – Cognitive Automation & Leadership AI Systems
 

MAPM 690 – AI-Powered Leadership Solutions Capstone

  • Students apply AI-driven decision-making models to a real-world leadership challenge.
  • Can focus on AI in leadership development, AI-driven HR strategy, or AI ethics in leadership.
  • Final project includes a data-driven presentation and real-world AI leadership application.