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ISLA IPGT 23827

Applied Intervention Project

Social and Organizational Psychology
  • ApresentaçãoPresentation
    This unit is part of the PG in Social and Organizational Psychology and aims to apply scientific knowledge to real or simulated organizational contexts. It focuses on diagnosis, intervention, and evaluation, promoting sustainable change in areas such as leadership, well-being, diversity, and organizational culture. It connects with other PG modules, consolidating consulting and strategic planning skills based on empirical evidence and practical impact.
  • ProgramaProgramme
    Distinction between scientific research and organizational intervention Identification and description of organizational problem situations Diagnostic methodologies (quantitative and qualitative) Causal analysis techniques (Ishikawa, 5 Whys, Pareto) Organizational validation and stakeholder engagement Evidence-based proposal development Strategic planning and SMART objectives Implementation and evaluation of interventions  Critical reflection on process and practical contributions
  • ObjectivosObjectives
    By the end of the course, students will be able to apply evidence-based organizational diagnostic methods, formulate relevant problem situations, develop intervention proposals aligned with organizational psychology theories and models, and evaluate the impact of implemented solutions. They will also be able to integrate knowledge from PG modules, communicate with stakeholders, and act as strategic consultants in real or simulated contexts.
  • BibliografiaBibliography
    Diogo, A., Joaquim, A. F. V. L., & Vaz de Almeida, C. (Eds.). (2025). Rethinking literacy in the era of sustainability and artificial intelligence. IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-0725-1 Nielsen, K., & Miraglia, M. (2017). What works for whom in organizational interventions? Journal of Organizational Effectiveness: People and Performance, 4(3), 182–196.  Rousseau, D. M. (Ed.). (2020). The Oxford handbook of evidence-based management. Oxford University Press. Kotter, J. P. (2012). Leading change. Harvard Business Review Press. Schaufeli, W. B., & Taris, T. W. (2014). A critical review of the Job Demands-Resources Model. In A. B. Bakker (Ed.), Advances in Positive Organizational Psychology (Vol. 1, pp. 1–24). Emerald.
  • MetodologiaMethodology
    The course uses active, student-centered methodologies such as project-based learning, organizational simulations, role-playing, real case analysis, and collaborative solution design. It follows the 3A methodology (Awaken, Align, Accelerate) as a guiding framework, fostering critical thinking, theory-practice integration, and consulting skills. The process includes continuous feedback, self-assessment, and stakeholder engagement in real or simulated contexts.
  • LínguaLanguage
    Português
  • TipoType
    Anual
  • ECTS
    3
  • NaturezaNature
    Mandatory
  • EstágioInternship
    Não