GRA 2203 Psychological Measurement and Individual Differences
GRA 2203 Psychological Measurement and Individual Differences
The study of the individual is the cornerstone of psychology. Despite an increasing focus on the dynamics of groups, teams and organizations in research, the emphasis on the individual remains. In order to understand individual differences or the individual as part of a system, it is necessary to have extensive knowledge of individual characteristics as reflected in theories of personality, intelligence, creativity, styles and other attributes. Such theories may explain important work behavior, e.g., achievement, collaboration efforts, competition, and productivity; and generally represent the foundation for recruitment, personal development programnes, and team composition. Characteristics of measurement and statistical analyses are also of central importance in this field.
The students will acquire knowledge about the most relevant theories, concepts, and methods for measuring individual differences at work.
They will also know how to assess the validity and reliability of scores from psychological assessments, and be familiar with some psychological tests measuring individual differences.
The course will provide students with elementary skills necessary to develop a valid measure of individual differences, assess the quality of scores, and interpret and give feedback on scores from a test measuring individual differences.
The course will enhance students’ ability to identify, communicate, and discuss strengths and weaknesses of psychological assessments in general, be concerned about the quality of psychological assessments, and know the basics of how to use psychological tests in an ethical and responsible way.
- Measurement and analyses of individual differences
- Questionnaire development
- Theories of personality
- Motivational dispositions
- Theories of mental abilities
- Creativity
- Leadership styles and 360 degree feedback
The course is structured as a combination of lectures, discussions,and in-class activities. It requires substantial amount of preparation by the students and active involvement during class.
Please note that while attendance is not compulsory in all courses, it is the student’s own responsibility to obtain any information provided in class that is not included on It's learning or text book.
All courses in the Masters programme will assume that students have fulfilled the admission requirements for the programme. In addition, courses in second, third and/or fourth semester can have spesific prerequisites and will assume that students have followed normal study progression. For double degree and exchange students, please note that equivalent courses are accepted.
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Exam category: Submission Form of assessment: Written submission Invigilation Weight: 100 Grouping: Individual Support materials:
Duration: 3 Hour(s) Comment: Written examination under supervision. Exam code: GRA22032 Grading scale: ECTS Resit: Examination when next scheduled course |
A course of 1 ECTS credit corresponds to a workload of 26-30 hours. Therefore a course of 6 ECTS credits corresponds to a workload of at least 160 hours.