University of Patanjali Haridwar

Department of Psychology

Syllabus for Master of Arts in Psychology

(w. e. f. Academic Session: 2017-18)
 CONTENTS
S. No. Name of the Program

1 Master of Arts in Psychology

a. Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

b. Program Outcomes (POs)

c. Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

d. Eligibility of Admissions

2 Structure of the Courses

a. Semester I

b. Semester II

c. Semester III

d. Semester IV
 Department of Psychology
University of Patanjali
Haridwar
Syllabus for Master Degree (MA) in Psychology
(w.e.f. Academic Session: 2017-18)

1. Program Educational Objectives (PEOs):

PEO1 Promotion of Scientific inquiry and critical thinking.
PEO2 Use scientific reasoning to understand and interpret psychological
phenomena.
PEO3 Engagement in innovative and integrative thinking and problem
solving.
PEO4 Apply psychological concepts and skills to career goals.
PEO5 Apply ethical standards to conduct and evaluate psychological
science and practice.

2. Program Outcomes (POs):

PO1 Use scientific Knowledge to understand and interpret

psychological phenomena.

PO2 Applications of Rational thinking approach in the solution of

problems.
PO3 To promote the ability to work with Manoyoga (passion).

PO4 Use psychological principles to understand local, regional, national

and international issues.

PO5 Apply psychological principles and theories to serve and improve

one’s community.

3. Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs):

PSO1 Students will be able to create Yogic-Psychological environment in
different areas of life.

PSO2 Students of Psychology will be able to have unconditional positive

regard and empathy towards others.
PSO3 Students will learn to work in a team and develop leadership
qualities.
PSO4 Students will be able to conduct short empirical researches so that
they develop an understanding about application of statistics and
research methodologies.
PSO5 Students will be able to apply psychological principles and theories
to serve and improve one’s community.
The course requirements for the degree of Master in Psychology have been
designed with the objective to provide comprehensive knowledge and training with
research orientation in the details of modern Psychology. The students shall have
to pass in the theory and practical papers separately.
Eligibility for Admission: Bachelors Degree in any discipline from UGC
recognized University/Institute. Reservation will be as per University/ Central
Government Rules.
Duration: Four semesters (Two years course)
The distribution of theory and practical papers for M.A I year and II year
examinations (semester wise) is as follows-
FIRST YEAR (M.A. PART-I)
I Semester (500 Marks)
Marks
Total
Paper Code Name of the Paper Internal External
Marks
Assessment Examination
MAP-101 Yoga Psychology 25 75 100
MAP-102 Experimental Psychology 25 75 100
MAP-103 Psychology of Personality 25 75 100
MAP-104 Advanced Social Psychology 25 75 100
MAP-105 Practical & Profiling of Equipments 25 75 100
Total Marks 500

II Semester (500 Marks)

Marks
Paper Total
Name of the Paper Internal External
Code Marks
Assessment Examination
MAP-201 Statistical Techniques in Psychology 25 75 100
MAP-202 Cognitive Psychology 25 75 100
MAP-203 Counseling Psychology 25 75 100
MAP-204 Applied Psychology 25 75 100
MAP-205 Practical &Profiling of Equipments 25 75 100
Total Marks 500
Important: In second year (Semester III and IV). Clinical Psychology course
(Group-A) will be run by the department. However Organizational Behavior
course (Group-B) may also be run in special condition if minimum five students of
the course. In this case permission of the Head of the Department is required.
Group-A Clinical Psychology
Group-B Organizational Behaviour

SECOND YEAR (M.A. PART-II)

Group-A: Clinical Psychology

III Semester (500 Marks)

Marks
Paper Total
Name of the Paper Internal External
Code Marks
Assessment Examination
MAP-301 Applied Psychometry 25 75 100
MAP-302 Research Methodology 25 75 100
MAP-303 Health Psychology 25 75 100
MAP-304 Psycho Diagnostic Techniques 25 75 100
MAP-306 Practical 25 75 100
Total Marks 500

IV Semester (500 Marks)

Marks
Paper Total
Name of the Paper Internal External
Code Marks
Assessment Examination
MAP-401 Psychological Testing 25 75 100
MAP-402 Clinical Interventions 25 75 100
MAP-403 Therapeutic Techniques 25 75 100
MAP-404 Dissertation 25 75 100
MAP-405 Practical and Project Report 25 75 100
Total Marks 500
*Dissertation will be of 100 marks.
 Group-B: Organizational Behaviour

III Semester (500 Marks)

Marks
Paper Total
Name of the Paper Internal External
Code Marks
Assessment Examination
MAP-301 Applied Psychometry 25 75 100
MAP-302 Organizational Behaviour 25 75 100
MAP-303 Human Resource Management 25 75 100
MAP-304 Psychology at Work Place 25 75 100
MAP-305 Practical 25 75 100
Total Marks 500

IV Semester (500 Marks)

Marks
Paper Total
Name of the Paper Internal External
Code Marks
Assessment Examination
MAP-401 Psychological Testing 25 75 100
MAP-402 Stress Management 25 75 100
MAP-403 Organizational Development and 25 75 100
Change
MAP-404 Employee Counseling or 25 75 100
Dissertation
MAP-405 Practical and Project Report 25 75 100
Total Marks 500
*Dissertation will be of 100 marks.

In each semester there shall be four theory paper each of 100 marks (4x 100 = 400) and one
practical paper of 100 marks. The duration of examination shall be 03 hours for each theory
paper. The total marks for all the papers shall be 2000, including sixteen theory papers
(16x100=1600) and four practical papers (4x100=400). In each theory paper, out of 100 marks,
25 marks shall be assessed through internal assessment by the concerned teacher on the basis of
student’s academic activities (Quiz, Seminar, Internal tests & Classroom Presentation). The
semester end examinational shall consist of 75 marks in each theory paper. A theory paper shall
be divided into five units and two questions will be formed from each unit. Students will have to
answer five questions, selecting one question from each unit. The practical examination will be
conducted and marks shall be awarded by Internal and External examiners jointly. However,
HOD will act as coordinator during the practical examination.
Dissertation in IV Semester:

The students securing a minimum of 55% marks in total in I, II and III Semester
examination (Subject to clearing all the theory and practical papers) will have an
opportunity to select a Dissertation Work (100 Marks) in lieu of only 4th paper of IV
semester. The student opting for Dissertation will select a topic related to his/her group of
specialization (Clinical Psychology or Organizational Behaviour) with the help of
supervisor (one of the faculty member) and later on submit an applications along with
relevant information through the supervisor to the Head of the Department within 30 days
from the declaration of the result of III semester. The dissertation in typed form (two
copies) following APA manual between seventy five to hundred pages shall be submitted
on or before 30th April to the Head of the Department along with Supervisor certificate.

Division of Marks:

Report Writing : 70 Marks

Viva Voce : 30 Marks

Total : 100 Marks

Note: Supervisor will act as an internal examiner. The marks will be awarded jointly by
internal and external examiners. However, HOD will act as coordinator of the
examination.
 SEMESTER-I
M.A. Psychology
Paper-I Yoga Psychology

Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To initiate the understanding of psychological knowledge within yog and meditation linking with the idea of
mental health and well-being.
 To create understanding about different Indian Yogic techniques of Physical and mental health.
Course Outcomes (COs):
After completion of the course students will be able:
 CO 1- To achieve spiritual and mental wellbeing.
 CO 2- To promote ancient Indian Knowledge.
 CO 3 -To understand human behaviour as per Yogic Perspectives

Unit 1: Concept of Yoga: Meaning & Definition of Yoga. Brief History, Different
Branches of Yoga- Raj Yog, Bhakti Yog, Karma Yog, JnanaYog.
Unit 2: Psychological Elements of Yoga in Patanjali Yog sutra:-
Concept of Chitta, Levels of Chitta, Manifestations of Chitta, Methods of
controlling the modifications of Chitta.
Unit 3: Psychology Elements of Yoga in Srimad bhagvadgita:-
Concept of Sthitprajna (Ch.2-54 to 72), Desire & Anger (Ch.3-37 to 43),
Concept of Jnana Yoga (Ch.4-33 to 42), Concept of Divine Virtues &
Demoniac Nature (Ch.16)
Unit 4: Psychological Elements of Yoga in Upnishadas:-
Motivator of Senses (Kenopnishad Ch.1-1 to 8), Concept of Chariot &
Charioteer (Kathopnishad 1/3/3to 15),
Extrovertness of Senses (Kothopnishad 2/1/1 to 5), State of Self Realization
(Kathopnishad 2/3/10 to 15)
Unit 5: Practical Yogic Techniques for Psychosomatic Health:-
KunjarKariya, Shankh-Prakshalan, Jalneti, Tratak, Kapalbhati, Aasan,
Pranayama, Dhyana.

Books Recommended:

 Taimni, I. K. (1961). The science of yoga. Adyar, India: The Theosophical Society of India.
 Feuerstein, G. (2002). The yoga tradition: Its history, literature, philosophy and practice. Delhi, India: Bhavana Books and Prints.
 Jacobsen, K. A., Larson, G. J. (2005). Theory and practice of yoga: Essays in honour of Gerald James Larson. Leiden, Holland:
Brill.
 Vivekananda, S. (1982).Raja yoga or conquering the internal nature. Calcutta, India: Advaita Ashram.
 Semester- I
Code: MAP 102
Experimental Psychology
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To learn about basic psychological processes through scientific experiments.
 To understand various mental processes: Attention, perception, memory, thinking and problem solving
ability.
Course Outcomes (COs):
After completion of the course, students will be able to:

 CO1- discusses various cognitive aspects of human behavior.

 CO2 - guide learners understand the importance of these cognitive processes in everyday life.
 CO3- analyzes scientific approach of different cognitive aspects.

Unit 1: Attention and Perception: Attention – Concepts and Mechanisms, Selective

attention. Perception – Figure-ground organization. Perception of depth and
movement, Perceptual constancy – Brightness, size and shape.
Unit 2: Memory and Forgetting: Memory – Types of memory (STM and LTM).
Methods and Material, determinants of memory. Forgetting – Concepts, Causes
and theories of forgetting – Interference Theory (Behaviouristic) and Memory
Theory (Gestalt)
Unit 3: Thinking and Problem solving: Thinking- Meaning and Types Concept
formation, Language and thinking. Problem solving – Nature and theories
factors affecting problem solving.
Unit 4: Verbal Learning: Nature, materials and methods of verbal learning.
Determinants of verbal learning and transfer of learning.
Unit 5: Human abilities Nature and Definition of Intelligence. Biological, Social, Eco-
cultural determinants. Theories of intelligence – Spearman, Thurston and
Guildford.

Books Recommended:

 Baddley, A. (1997). Human Memory: Theory and Practice.New Yark,NY:Psychology Press.

 D. Amato, M.R. (1970).Experimental Psychology: Methodology, Psychophysics and Learning. Delhi, DL: Tata
McGraw -Hill.
 Dodd, D.H.,&White, R.M. (Jr.) (1980).Cognition: Mental Structures and Processes.Boston, MA: Allyn and Bacon Inc.
 Semester- I
Code: MAP 103
Psychology of Personality

Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To learn about basic concepts of personality through psychological theories.
 To understand various approaches of human personality.
Course Outcomes (COs):
After completion of the course, students will be able to:

 CO1- elaborates various personality theories of human behavior.

 CO2 – apply scientific knowledge of human personality.
 CO3- analyzes scientific approach of different personality psychologists.

Unit 1: Personality: Meaning and Scientific Study of the Personality.

Unit 2: Determinants of Personality: Biological – genetic determinants of personality,
and Environmental (Socialization, Society and Culture) factors contributing to
personality development.
Unit 3: Psychodynamic and Psychosocial Approaches: Jung, Adler’s and Freud.
Humanistic and Self Approaches – Maslow, Murrary and Rogers.
Unit 4: Trait and type Approaches:Allport, Cattell, Eysenck and Big Five Factors
Models.
Unit 5: Behaviouristic and social Learning Approaches: Skinner, Bandura and
Mischel.

Books Recommended:

 Burger, J.M. (2004), Personality. United state of America, USA: ThomsonWadsworth.

 Hall, G.C., Lindzey, G.,&Campbell, J.C. (1998). Theories of Personality. New York, NY:John Wiley and Sons.
 Mischel, W. (1976). Introduction to Personality. New York, NY: HoltReinhart and Winston.
 Semester- I
Code: MAP 104
Advanced Social Psychology

Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To learn about basic concepts of social psychology.
 To understand various approaches of social behavior.
Course Outcomes (COs):
After completion of the course, students will be able to:

 CO1- discuss about various social theories of human behavior.

 CO2 – apply scientific knowledge of social behavior.
 CO3- spread scientific approach of social psychology in various fields of life.

Unit 1: Introduction: Nature and scope of Social Psychology, Methods of Analysis of

Social Behaviour. Relationship of Social Psychology with other Social
Sciences, Current Trends in Social Psychology.
Unit 2: Methods of Social Psychology: Observation, Experimental, Survey, Field
Studies and Questionnaire.
Unit 3: Socialization: Agents, Process and Characteristics of Socialization,
Determinants of Socialization, Communication and Language.
Unit 4: Attitude and Prejudice: Attitude – Meanings, Attitude Formation, Attitude
Change, Theories of Attitude – Heider’s Balance theory and Festinger’s
Cognitive Dissonance Theory. Determinants of Attitude. Prejudice – Meaning,
Development and Causes of Prejudice, Psychological Techniques to reduce
prejudices.
Unit 5: Social Influence and Social Problems: Social Influence – Social Conformity,
Conformity Bias, Impact of Feedback and Non-Conformity, Social Problems –
Poverty and Deprivation, Gender Issues and Social Violence.

Books Recommended:

 Baron, R.A.,&Byrne, D. (2000). Social Psychology. New Delhi, ND: Prentice Hall ofIndia Pvt. Ltd.
 Fraser, C.,&Burchell, B. (2001). Introducing Social Psychology.Madlen, MA: Blackwell.
 Myers, D. (2007). Social Psychology. New Delhi, ND: Cengage Learning.
 Singh, A.K. (2009).SamajManovigyanKeRuprekha. New Delhi, ND:MotilalBanarasiDas.
 Semester- I
Code: MAP 105
Psychology Practical
Marks-100
Time- 04 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 The course aims to deliver practical and in-depth experience in accordance to the principles learnt in the
theory courses covering the areas of verbal learning, memory, forgetting etc.
 To provide the students with the practical knowledge of conducting various experiments and Psychological
Tests.
Course Outcomes (COs):

After completion of the course, students will be able to:

 CO 1-Describe the basic concepts of psychological testing.

 CO 2- Measure various psychological characteristics.
 CO 3- Compare individual differences.
List of Practical
Any five of the following:
1. Social Distance Inventory
2. Marital Adjustment Inventory
3. Verbal Intelligence Tests
4. Depth Perception – Pictorial Cues.
5. Size Constancy
6. Verbal Learning- Serial Anticipation Method.
7. Verbal Conditioning
8. Attitude Scale (Optimistic - Pessimistic)
9. Social Conformity Scale
10. Short Term Memory
11. Zeigarnik Effect.
12. Concept Formation.
13. Eysenck Personality Inventory
14. Sixteen Personality Factors
15. Retroactive Interference
Profiling of Equipments:
Candidate is required to prepare a profile of at least 8 equipments (4 Instruments and 4 Tests), other than
those included in Practical. One equipment profiles will be allotted to a candidate during the examination
and evaluation will be based on profile, report and Viva-voce.
Division of Marks:
Conduction of 02 Practical : 40 Marks
Viva Voce : 35 Marks
Practical Record Book : 15 Marks
Internal Viva-Voce : 10 Marks
_
Total : 100 Marks
_

Note: Any five practical shall be conducted/administered by each student. Two practicals will be given to
each student in practical examination. The marks shall be awarded jointly by internal and external
examiners. However HOD will act as coordinator of the examination.
 Semester- II
Code: MAP 201
Statistical Techniques in Psychology

Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives (COs):
 To develop an understanding of various statistical techniques in terms of their
Applications
 To create understanding about different types of Design employed in Psychological Research
Course Outcomes (COs):
After completion of the course, students will be able:
 CO 1- To collect organizes, interpret and analyze of psychological data in various fields of life.
 CO 2- To obtain scientific results by using different statistical methods.
 CO 3- To utilize statistical knowledge in various field of science and arts.

Unit 1: Introduction: Nature of the Data, Nature of Measurement, Levels of

Measurement. Measures of Central Tendency – Mean, Median and Mode.
Unit 2: Measures of Variability: NPC- Characteristics & Applications of Normal
Probability Curve. Average Deviation, Quartile and Standard Deviation.
Unit 3: Parametric Statistics: Significance of difference between means: CR and ‘t’
test (Correlated & Uncorrelated). Analysis of variance (one way and two way).
Post hoc comparison test (Duncon& Schaffer)
Unit 4: Non-Parametric Statistics: Chi-Square text, Sign Test, Median Test.
Difference between parametric and non-parametric statistics.
Unit 5: Correlation Methods: Concept and Significance. Product Moment Correlation
(Ungrouped Data), Rank Difference Correlation. Standard Error of Estimate.

Books Recommended:

 Biswal, B.,& Dash, P.C. (2009). Statistics in Education and Psychology. New Delhi, ND:Dominant Publishers India.
 Gareett, H.E. (2005). Statistics in Psychology and Education. New Delhi, ND:ParagonInternational Publishers.
 Guilford, J.P. (1975). Fundamental Statistics in Psychology and Education. New York,NY: Mc Graw Hill.
 Semester- II
Code: MAP 202
Cognitive Psychology

Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To learn about basic concept of cognitive psychology.
 To understand physiological aspects of human behavior.
Course Outcomes (COs):
After completion of the course, students will be able to:

 CO1- discusses origin and current status of cognitive psychology.

 CO2 - guide learners understand the importance of these cognitive processes in everyday life.
 CO3- analyze scientific approach of human physiology.

Unit 1: Origin and current status of cognitive Psychology, Approaches to cognitive

development: Piaget, Vygotsky and information processing. Development of
cognitive neurosciences.
Unit 2: Central Nervous System: Structure and functions of human brain (spinal cord,
medulla oblongata, cerebellum, thalamus and hypothalamus, cerebrum.)
Unit 3: Peripheral Nervous System: Cranial nerves and spinal nerves. Sympathetic
and Para- Sympathetic nervous system- structure and functions. Endocrine
glands and Psychological functions.
Unit 4: Motivation and Emotion: Motivation- Basic motivational concepts. Biological
motives (Hunger, thirst, sleep and sex). Social motives (Achievement,
affiliation, power, aggression and approval). Maslow’s Need Hierarchy Theory.
Emotion- Physiological correlates of emotions. Theories of emotions- James-
Lange & Cannon- Bard.
Unit 5: Creativity and Decision Marking: Creativity – Definition and measurement of
creativity. Decision Marking – Framing Effect, Individual and Group Decision
Marking, Risk taking and performance.
Books Recommended:

 Tiwari, B.D. (2001). AdhunikDaihikManovigyan. Varanasi, MotilalBanarasidas.

 Morgan, C. T. (1965). Physiological Psychology. New York, NY: McGraw Hill.
 D. Amato, M.R. (1979). Experimental Psychology: Methodology, Psychophysics andLearning. New Delhi, ND:Tata
McGraw Hill.
 Semester- II
Code: MAP 203
Counselling Psychology

Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To gain the knowledge about guidance and counseling.
 Importance of counseling in real life.
Course Outcomes (COs):
After completion of the course, students will be able:

 CO-1To understands bio- psycho-social issues of human life as per psychological perspectives.
 CO-2To assists clients under the supervision of clinical psychologists in various areas of life.
 CO-3To provides counselling in school, college and university levels.

Unit 1: Counselling Psychology: Definitions of counseling. Ethical issues in

counseling, Distinctions between counseling and Psychotherapy.
Unit 2: Expectations and goals of Counselling: Goals and expectations,
Process, Group counseling. Characteristics of counseled and counselors, Role
and functions of the counselors and their professional training.
Unit 3: Theoretical Approaches to Counseling: Psychoanalytic, Behavioral,
Rational- Emotive Behaviour Therapy, Client Centered, Transactional Analysis.
Unit 4: Areas of Counselling: Educational, Career, Family and Martial,
Gerontological and Weaker Sections, Stress Management Oriented Counselling.
Unit 5: Evaluation of Counselling: Nature and purpose, steps in evaluation, and
outcome research. Testing- Intelligence test, Achievement test, Aptitude test,
Interest test, and Personality Test.

Books Recommended:

 C.J. Geslo.,& Fretz, B.R. (1995). Counselling Psychology. Bangalore, Prism Books Pvt. Ltd.
 Patri, V.R. (2001). Counselling Psychology. New Delhi, ND: Authors Press.
 Rao, S.N. (2002). Counselling and Guidance. New Delhi, ND: McGraw Hill
 David, A. (2004). Guidance and Counselling. New Delhi, ND: Common WealthPublishers.
 Gladding, S. (2009). Counselling: A Comprehensive Profession. New Delhi, ND: PearsonEduation.
 Sodi, T.S.,&Suri, S.P. (2006). Guidance and Counselling. New Delhi, ND:Tata McGrawHill.
 Gladding, S. T. (2009) Counselling. New Delhi, ND: Dorling Kindersley Pvt. Ltd.
 Rai, A.,& Asthana, M. (2006). Guidance and Counselling.Varanasi, New Delhi,ND:MotilalBanarasidas.
 Semester- II
Code: MAP 204
Applied Psychology

Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To gain the knowledge about applied psychology.
 Importance of various fields of applied psychology.

Course Outcomes (COs):

After completion of the course, students will be able:

 CO-1To understands applied issues of human life as per psychological perspectives.

 CO-2To enhances quality of sports, media and information technology.
 CO-3To provides scientific knowledge of applied psychology.

Unit 1: Community Psychology: Concepts of Community and their implication for

community Psychology. Relevance of Psychology to community studies.
Unit 2: Criminal Psychology: Understanding Psycho-social factors of criminology,
Offences (Juvenile delinquency, Crime against women, Robbery, Substance
Abuse, Homicide and Suicide). Role of Voluntary agencies, Ethical issues in
forensic practice, terrorism.
Unit 3: Sports Psychology: Nature and application, Psychological interventions to
enhance mental health, cognitive skills and spiritual skills of sportsmen, team
cohesion and team building.
Unit 4: Military Psychology: Mental health of army personnel. Psychological tests for
selection and training, Psychological interventions.
Unit 5: Psychology of Information Technology and Mass Media: Promoting
Wellbeing and Human rights through I.T. Media and Communication
(Concepts, Process and Models), Media Violence, Media Management
(Advertising and Public Relations), Cyber Crime.

Books Recommended:

 Mann, P.A. (1978). Community Psychology. New York, NY: The Free Press.
 Anastasi, A. (1979).Fields of Applied Psychology. New Delhi, ND: McGraw-Hill.
 Mishra, R. (2006). Criminal Psychology, New Delhi, ND: Sumit Enterprises.
 Singh, S. (2008). Psychology of Sports Performance. New Delhi, ND: Global VisionPublishing House.
 Swain, S. (2010). Applied Psychology. New Delhi, ND: Vishal Publications.
 Shanmugam, T.E. (1987). Community Psychology. Madras, Utsav Publisher.
 Smarak, S. (2009). Applied Psychology. New Delhi, ND:New Vishal Publications.
 Semester- II
Code: MAP 205
Psychology Practical
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
List of Practical:
Any Five of the following:
1. Word Bio feedback
2. Aggression Scale
3. Achievement Motivation Scale
4. Life Stress Scale
5. Emotional Competence/Maturity Scale
6. Vocational Aspiration
7. Transactional Analysis
8. Quality of Life
9. Parent Child Relationship Scale
10. Level of Aspiration Test
11. Introversion- Extroversion Personality Scale
12. Aptitude Test
13. Interest Inventory
14. Adjustment Inventory
15. Mental Health Scale/Inventory.
Profiling of Equipments:
Candidate is required to prepare a profile of at least 8 equipments (4 Instruments and 4
Tests), other than those included in Practical. One equipment profiles will be allotted to a
candidate during the examination and evaluation will be based on profile, report and
Viva-voce.
Division of Marks:
Conduction of 02 Practicals : 40 Marks
Viva Voce : 35 Marks
Practical Record Book : 15 Marks
Internal Viva-Voce : 10 Marks

Total : 100 Marks

Note: Any five practical shall be conducted/administered by each student. Two

practicals will be given to each student in practical examination. The marks shall
be awarded jointly by internal and external examiners. However HOD will act as
coordinator of the examination.
 Semester- III
Code: MAP 301
Group A: Clinical Psychology
Applied Psychometry
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To inform students about the basics of applied psychometry.
 To make them learn the statistical rigors in designing psychological tests.
Course Outcomes (COs):
After completion of the course, students will be able:

 CO1- To construct psychological tests.

 CO 2- To utilize practical knowledge of various psychological tests.
 CO 3- To discuss about basic concepts of psychological scaling.

Unit 1: Foundations of Psychometry: Basic of measurement theory. Errors in measurement.

Speed vs. power test, nature of Psychological testing. Ethical issues in Psychological
testing.
Unit 2: Test Construction: Meaning of a test, classification, characteristics of a good test,
general steps of test construction. Item writing – method of scoring. Item analysis –
meaning and purpose, items difficulty, difficulty value and index of discrimination.
Unit 3: Psychological Scaling: Basic concepts, Types – Ordinal scale, Nominal scale,
Intervalscale and Ratio scale.
Unit 4: Reliability and Validity: Reliability – meaning of reliability, Methods – test retest,
internal consistency/ split half. Factor influencing reliability of a test. Validity –
meaning, types- content, criterion, predictive and concurrent, and construct validity.
Factors influencing validity of the test.
Unit 5: Application of Tests: Applications of Psychological testing in various settings-
education, counseling and guidance, clinical.

Books Recommended:

 Chadha, N.K. (2009). Applied Psychometry. New Delhi,ND: Sage Publications.

 Guilford, J.P. (1989). Psychometric Methods. New Jersy, NJ: John Wiley and Sons.
 Kline, T.J.B. (2005). Psychological Testing. New Delhi, ND: Vistarr Publication.
 Jackson, C. (2003). Understanding Psychological Testing. Mumbai,JaicoPublishingsHouse.
 Nunnaly, J.C. (1978).Psychometric Theory. New York, NY; McGraw Hill.
 Chandha, N.K. (1996). Theory and Practice of Psychometry. New Delhi,ND:New Ageinternational Publishers.
 Singh, A.K. (1997). Tests, Measurement, Research Methods in Behavioural Sciences Patna, BharatiBhawan.
 Semester- III
SEMESTER-I
CODE: MAP -302
Research Methodology

Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To inform students about the basics of scientific research in applied psychology.
 To make them learn the statistical rigors in designing research and processing data.
Course Outcomes (COs):
After completion of the course, students will be able:

 CO1- To conduct short empirical research.

 CO 2- To prepare and present scientific research report in various fields of life.
 CO 3- To prepare research reports.

Unit 1: Research Process: Nature of research, Problem and hypothesis Variables –

Operational definition criterion and predicator variables, selection, manipulation
and control of independent and extraneous variables, measurement of dependent
variables.
Unit 2: Types of Research: Experimental, Quasi Experimental, Correlational Research
and Ex-post facto research. Ethical issues in psychological research.
Unit 3: Sampling: Meaning, Purpose and Types. Sampling error. Factors influencing
sampling decision size, accessibility and cost.
Unit 4: Research Design: Meaning, Characteristics and purpose. Criteria of good
research design. Between groups design. Within groups design and factorial
design. Randomized and matched group designs.
Unit 5: Methods of Data Collection and Report Writing: Observation. interview and
questionnaire. Report Writing – Research Report Writing based on APA Style.
Ethical issues in psychological research – APA ethics code.

Books Recommended:

 Broota, K.D. (1992). Experimental Design in Behavioural Research. New Delhi, ND:Willey Eastern.
 Ferlinger, F.N. (1973). Foundation of Behavioural Research. Delhi, DL:SurjeetPublications.
 Gupta, A.K. & Singh, R. (2009). Research Methodology. New Delhi,ND:Vayu Educationof India.
 Kidder, K.H. (1981). Research Methods in Social Science. Tokyo, Holt Saunders.
 Goodwin, C.J. (1998). Research Psychology. New York NY: John Wiley and Sons.
 Semester- III
Code: MAP 303
Health Psychology
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To familiarize with the concept of health psychology to live healthy life.
 To orient the students about management of stress.
Course Outcomes (Cos):
After completion of the course, students will be able to:

 CO 1- Maintain a holistic approach of health.

 CO 2 - Promote Indian psycho-yogic views of health in the society.
 CO 3- Describe conceptual knowledge of behavioural health.

Unit 1: Concept of Health: Definition of Health, Biopsychosocial model VS biomedical

model. Interaction of biopsychosocial variables, clinical implication of
biopsychosocial model, cross cultural perspective on health.
Unit 2: Social and Environmental Factors: Global health trends, Health care systems, socio-
economic factors in health, Gender and Health.
Unit3: Stress and Coping: Meaning of Stress, Stress as stimulus and Response, Response
moderators – Coping styles individual characteristics and social support. Interaction
model of stress. Stress related health problesm – cardiovascular disease hypertension,
stroke, diabetes.
Unit 4: Modification of Health Behaviour: Changing health beliefs, cognitive behaviour
approach, self-observation and self monitoring, classical conditioning. Systematic
desensitization, shaping, modeling, self control. Health enhancing behaviour –
Exercise, accident prevention, weight control. Health compromising behaviour-
alcohol and smoking and their prevention.
Unit 5 : Management of Stress: self awareness, lifestyle modification, assertiveness,
relaxation and exercise, management of Type A behaviour, yoga and meditation.

Books Recommended:

 Baum, A., Gatchel, R.J.,&Krantz, D.S. (1997). An Introduction to Health Psychology. New York, NY:McGraw-Hill.
 Baum, A., Revenson,T.A.,& Singer, J.E. (2001). Handbook of Health Psychology. New Jersey, NJ:Lawrence Erlbaum.
 Dimatteo, M.R. &Martin, L.R. (2010). Health Psychology. New Delhi: ND: DorlingKindersley Pvt. Ltd.
 Taylor, S.E. (1994). Health Psychology. New York, NY: Random House
 Khokhar, C.P. (2007). A Text Book of Stress Coping and Health.Meerut: ShalabPublication.
 Semester- III
Code: MAP 304
Psycho Diagnostic Techniques
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To familiarize with the concept of Psycho Diagnostic Techniques.
 To orient the students about Psycho logical testing.
Course Outcomes (Cos):
After completion of the course, students will be able to:

 CO 1- Maintain a holistic approach of Psycho Diagnostic Techniques.

 CO 2 - Promote knowledge of psychological testing.
 CO 3- Describe conceptual knowledge of neuropsychological testing.

Unit 1: Psychodiagnostics: Nature and Scope, Sources of Clinical Data- The assessment
Interview, BehaviouralAssessment, ratings and checklists. Psychological tests,
Differential diagnosis.
Unit 2: Psychological Interviewing: Structured interviewing. Intake interviewing. Mental
status examination and diagnostic Interviewing, Crisis Interviewing. Major
characteristics of interview, Roles and tactics in the interview.
Unit 3: Intelligence Testing:Standford – Binet test, Wechsler Intelligence test and Bhatia
Battery Performance test. Difference between individual Vs group intelligence tests.
Unit 4: Personality Testing: Projective tests- TAT and Rorschach with specific indictors for
neuroses and schizophrenia. Self report inventories – MMPI and NEO PI-R.
Unit 5: Neuropsychological Testing: Bender-Gestalt and Wechsler memory Scale. GSR and
ECG techniques.

Books Recommended:

 Gullari, S. (1998).Foundations of Clinical Psychology. Boston,MA: Allyn and Bacon.

 Wolman, B.B. (1978).Clinical Diagnosis of Mental Disorders: A Handbook. NewYork, NY: Plenum.
 Maarnet, G. (2003). Handbook of Psychological Assessment. New Jersey, NJ: JohnWiley and Sons.
 Winer, B. (1983). Clinical Methods in Psychology. New York,NY:John Wiley andSons.
 Korchin, S.J. (1986). Modern Clinical Psychology. New Delhi, ND: CBS Publishers and Distributors
 Semester- III
Code: MAP 305
Psychology Practicals
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs

List of Practical:
Any Five of the following:
16. Word Association Test
17. Rorschach
18. T.A.T.
19. Inferiority – Insecurity Test
20. Defense Mechanism Test
21. Life Stress Scale
22. Biofeedback
23. Quality of Life Scale
24. State Trait Anxiety
25. Beck Anxiety Inventory
26. PGI Health Questionnaire
27. Mental Depression Scale
28. Frustration Scale
29. Personality Adjustment Inventory
30. Multidimensional Scale for Parenting
Division of Marks:
Conduction of 02 Practical : 40 Marks
Viva Voce : 35 Marks
Practical Record Book : 15 Marks
Internal Viva-Voce : 10 Marks

Total : 100 Marks

Note: Any five practical shall be conducted/administered by each student. Two

practicals will be given to each student in practical examination. The marks shall
be awarded jointly by internal and external examiners. However HOD will act as
coordinator of the examination.
 Semester- IV
Code: MAP 401
Psychological Testing
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To gain familiarity with psychological testing and its nature and functions
 To create understanding about different types of testing.

Course Outcomes (COs):

After completion of the course, students will be able:

 CO1-To administer psychological testing in various settings like school, hospitals and NGO.
 CO2-To provide help in the assessment of mentally retarded and physically handicapped persons
 CO3- To explain about various types of psychological testing.

Unit 1: Psychological Test: Nature, Functions and Types of Psychological Tests. Test
Administration- Effects of examiner and situational variables. Test-takers
perspective. Effects of training on test performance.
Unit 2: Measurement of Aptitude and Abilities: Group Tests – Multidimensional Aptitude
Battery. Multilevel Aptitude Batteries – Cognitive Ability Test.
Unit 3: Personality Testing: Self Inventories – MMPI, EPPS, 16PF, Neo Personality,
Inventory. Projective Techniques- Inkblot, TAT
Unit 4: Interest Inventories: Strong interest Inventory, Kuder Interest Inventory, Jacknon’s
Vocational Interest Inventory.
Unit 5: Tests for special Population: Infant and Pre-school testing, Assessment of mentally
retarded and physically handicapped.

Books Recommended:

 Anstasi, A. (1998). Psychological Testing. New Delhi, ND:McMillan.

 Kline, P (1993). The Hand Book of Psychological Testing. London, LDN:Poutlege.
 Morphy, K.R.,&Davidshofer, C. O. (1988). Psychological Testing: Principles andApplication. New Jersey, NJ:
Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd.
 Freeman, F.S. (1971). Theory and Practices of Psychological Testing. New York,NY:Oxford Press.
 Cropnbach, L.J. (1972). Essentials of Psychological Testing. New York, NY: Harperand Row.
 Mathur, K. (1983). Psychological Testing. Agra, Vinod PustakMandir.
 Alken, L.R.,&Marnat, G.G. (2009). Psychological Testing and Assessment. NewDelhi, ND: Dorling Kindersley Pvt.
Ltd.
 Semester- IV
Code: MAP 402
Clinical Interventions
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To gain familiarity with Clinical Interventions.
 To create understanding about different skill training program.

Course Outcomes (COs):

After completion of the course, students will be able:

 CO1-To administer clinical intervention program in various settings like school, hospitals and NGO.
 CO2-To provide help in the assessment of mentally retarded persons.
 CO3- To explain about various types of clinical interventions.

Unit 1: Intervention Goals and Process: Nature goals and course of interventions,
objective and approaches. Basic Psychotherapeutic technique- Guidance, Catharsis,
Reassurance and Persuasion common Features of Interventions.
Unit 2: The Helping Process: Clinical Psychologist and Counsellor as a person and
professional, Counsellor Characteristics. Skills of a therapist- Listening, Leading,
confronting.
Unit 3: Issues Faced by Therapists and Clinical Intervention: Issues faced by therapist,
learning our limits, transference and counter transference, establishing realistic goals.
Intervention – Group therapy. Family therapy, Creative Art therapies.
Unit 4: Interventions: Psychodrama. Yoga and Meditation, Placebo effect, Biofeed back,
Assertion Training. Self instructional training.
Unit 5: Skill Training Programme: For anger control, Persons suffering from Psychological
Problems, mentally retarded.

Books Recommended:

 Korchin, S.J. (1986). Modern Clinical Psychology: Principles of Interventions in the Clinic and Community. New
Delhi, ND: CBS Publishers and Distributors.
 Baruth, L.G.,&Huber, C.H. (1985). Counselling and Psychotherapy: Theoretical Analysis and Sill
Applications.London, LDN: Meeil A Bell and Howell.
 Hecker, J.E.,&Thorpe, G.L. (2005). Introduction to Clinical Psychology: Science, Practice and Ethics. New Delhi,
ND: Person.
 Trull, T.J.,&Phares, E.J. (2001). Clinical Psychology: Concepts, Methods and Profession. Belmont, CA:
Wadsworth.
 Abate, L.L.,&Milan, M.A. (1985). Hand Book of Social Skills, Training andResearch, New York, NY: John Wiley and Sons.
 Semester- IV
Code: MAP 403
Therapeutic Techniques
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To gain knowledge about different therapies
 To create understanding and awareness about the use of therapies in professional life.

Course Outcomes (COs):

After the completion of this course students will be able:

 CO1-To apply psycho - therapeutic knowledge in practical life.

 CO2-To assist psychotherapist and clinical psychologist.
 CO3- To explain the basic utility of psychotherapies.

Unit 1: Psychotherapies: Concept, Roles and responsibilities, The Client, Therapist

Relationship, Ethical issues, Codes of Conduct.
Unit 2: Psychodynamic Therapy: Freudian Psychoanalysis, Alfred Adler and Erik Erikson.
Unit 3: Behaviour Therapy: Guided Exposure, Systematic desensitization, Aversion
Therapy. Assertion training. Modeling, Biofeedback.
Unit 4: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: Beck’s Cognitive Therapy, Rational emotive
behavior Therapy, Michenbaum’s cognitive behaviour therapy.
Unit 5: Humanistic Therapies: Person centered therapy- Gestalt Therapy, existential
therapy. Transactional therapy, Interpersonal Relationship Therapy- Marital and
Family Systems Therapy.

Books Recommended:

 Corey, G. (2001). Theory and Practice of Counselling and Psychotherapy. BelmontCA, Brooks Cole.
 Culari, S. (1998). Foundations of Clinical Psychology. New York, NY:Allyn andBacon.
 Plante, T. (2005). Contemporary Clinical Psychology.New York,NY: John Wiley andSons.
 Erskine, R. (1988).Integrative Psychotherapy in Action. New York, NY:SagePublicatiions.
 Ghorpade, M.B.,& Kumar, V.B. (1988). Introduction to Modern Psychotherapy. New Delhi, ND:Himalaya
Publishing House.
 Bandura, A. (1969). Principle of Behaviour Modification. New York,NY:HoltRinehard and Winston.
 Rastogi, G.D. (1991). Psychopathology and Treatment. New Delhi: ND: WileyEastern Ltd.
 Semester- IV
Code: MAP 405
Psychology Practicals
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
List of Practical
(A) Practical : Any five of the following:

1. Biofeedback
2. Cognitive Therapeutic Technique
3. Behaviour Modification Technique
4. Death Anxiety
5. Beck Hopelessness Scale
6. Mental Retardation Test
7. Frustration Test
8. Type A/B Behaviour Pattern
9. Suicidal Ideation Scale
10. State-Trait Anxiety
11. Neurotic Measurement Scale
12. Depression Test
13. Alienation Scale
14. Locus of Control
15. Multi-Dimensional Personality Inventory

Division of Marks:
Conduction of 02 Practical : 40 Marks
Viva Voce : 35 Marks
Practical Record Book : 15 Marks
Internal Viva-Voce : 10 Marks

Total : 100 Marks

Note: Any five practical shall be conducted/administered by each student. Two

practicals will be given to each student in practical examination. The marks shall
be awarded jointly by internal and external examiners. However HOD will act as
coordinator of the examination.
 Semester- III
Group B: Organizational Behaviour
Code: MAP 301
Applied Psychometry
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To gain familiarity with Psychometry and psychological measurement.
 Criteria of psychological test and the steps used in test construction.

Course Outcomes (COs):

After completion of the course, students will be able:

 CO-1To create critical understanding of measurement issues and techniques in psychological inquiry
 CO-2To develop skills and competencies in test construction and standardization
 CO-3To learn the application and contextual interpretation of data from psychological measurement

Unit 1: Foundations of Psychometry: Basics of measurement theory. Errors in

measurement. Speed vs. Power tests, nature of Psychological testing. Ethical issues in
Psychological testing.
Unit 2: Test Construction: Meaning of a test, classification, characteristics of a good test
general steps of test construction. Item writing – meaning and types of items, general
guide lines for item writing, method of scoring. Item analysis – meaning and purpose,
items difficulty value and index of discrimination.
Unit 3: Psychological Scaling: Basic concepts. Types – Ordinal scale, Nominal scale,
Interval scale and Ratio scale.
Unit 4: Reliability and Validity: Reliability – meaning of reliability, Methods test retest,
internal consistency split half. Factor influencing reliability of a test. Validity –
meaning, types – content, criterion. Predictive and concurrent and construct validity.
Factors influencing validity of the test.
Unit 5: Applications of Tests: Applications of Psychological testing in various settings-
education, counseling and guidance, clinical

Books Recommended:

 Chadha, N.K. (2009). Applied Psychometry. New Delhi, ND:Sage Publications.

 Guilford, J.P. (1989). Psychometric Methods. New Jersy,NJ:John Wiley and Sons.
 Kline, T.J.B. (2005).Psychological Testing. New Delhi, ND:Vistaar Publication.
 Jackson, C. (2003). Understanding Psychological Testing. Mumbai,Jaico PublishingHouse.
 Nunnaly, J.C. (1978). Psychometric Theory. New York, NY: McGraw Hill.
 Chadha, N.K. (1996). Theory and Practice of Psychometry. New Delhi, ND: New AgeInternational Publishers.
 Singh, A.K. (1997).Tests, Measurement, Research Methods in Behavioural Sciences. Patna, BharatiBhawan.
 Semester- III
Code: MAP 302
Organizational Behaviour
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Unit 1: Leadership: Concept of leadership, Leadership styles and their effectiveness.
Different theories of leadership. Transformational and transactional leadership.
Importance of leadership in organization.
Unit 2: Organizational Climate and Culture: Concept and determinants of organizational
climate, Measurement of organizational climate, Impact of organizational climate.
Difference between organizational climate and culture.
Unit 3: Nature and Scope of Organizational Behaviour: Historical background, Concept
and scope of organizational behaviour, Approaches, Challenges and Opportunities.
Unit 4: Work Motivation: Nature of motivation, Internal and External Motives- Financial
and Non-financial incentives in industry. Theories of work motivation – Maslow,
Herzberg, Vroom, Porter and Lawler.
Unit 5: Organizational Effectiveness: Conceptual analysis, Historical development. Factors
affecting effectiveness. Models/ approaches of organizational effectiveness.

Books Recommended:

 Robbins, S.P. (2008). Organizational Behaviour. New Delhi, ND: Pearson Education.
 Luthans, F. (2008). Organizational Behaviour. New York, NY: McGraw Hill.
 Srivastava, S.K. (2005). Organizational Behaviour and Management. New Delhi,ND:Sarup and Sons Publishers.
 Prasad, L.M. (1995). Organizational behaviour. New Delhi, ND: Sultan Chand andSons.
 Ahuja, K.K. (1990). Organizational Behavior. New Delhi, ND:Kalyani Publishers.
 Mullins, L.J. (1998). Management and Organizational Behaviour. Allahabad:Wheeler Publishing
 Semester- III
Code: MAP 303
Human Resource Management
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs

Unit 1: Fundamentals of Human Resource Management: Meaning, Scope and Importance

of Human Resource Management. Assumption and Characteristics of HRM.
Difference between Personnel Management and HRM.
Unit 2: Acquisition of Human Resources: Planning, Assessment and Job Analysis,
Recruitment and Selection- Procedure, Sources.
Unit 3: Industrial Relations: Nature and Objective of industrial relations. Importance and
approaches in industrial relations. Strategy and role of human resource management.
Unit 4: Performance Appraisal: Performance Management System. appraisal process.
Methods, creating effective personnel management system.
Unit 5: Job Satisfaction and Well Being in organization: Meaning, nature and factors of
job satisfaction. Theories of job satisfaction. Importance of job satisfaction.

Books Recommended:

 DeCenzo, D.A. &Robbins,S.P. (1999). Human Resource Management. New York,NY:John Wiley and Sons.
 Sudha, G.S. (2008).Human Resource Management. Jaipur, Ramesh Book Depot.
 Kaila, H.L. (2006). Industrial Organizational Psychology. New Delhi, ND:KalpazPublication.
 Varkkey, B. (2008) Human Resource Management. New Delhi, ND:PearsonEducation.
 Hersy, P. &Blanchard, K.H. (1995). Management of Organizational Behaviour: Utlizing Human Resources. New
Delhi,ND: Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd.
 Dessler, G. (1998). Human Resource Management. New Delhi, ND:Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd.
 Semester- III
Code: MAP 304
Psychology at Work Place
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs

Course Objectives:
 To gain familiarity with psychology at work place.
 To create understanding about various aspects of working conditions.

Course Outcomes (COs):

After completion of the course, students will be able:

 CO1-To administer psychological testing in various settings of work place.

 CO2-To provide help in the solution of working problems.
CO3- To enhance the quality of communication within organization.

Unit 1: Introduction : Place of Psychology in industry and its scope. Historical development
and Hawthorne Studies. Research methods of industrial/ organizational psychology –
Experimental, Naturalistic observation, Survey and Opinion Polls. Ethical practices in
research at work place.
Unit 2: Working conditions: Worksites, Child care facilities, office and work place design,
Illumination, Noise ventilation, Work Schedules- Working hours, Rest Pauses,
Flexible work schedules.
Unit 3: Accidents and Safety in Work Place: Meaning and Causes of Accidents, Accident
Proneness. Measure to Preventing Accident.
Unit 4: Fatigue and Monotony: Meaning and causes of fatigue, Measurement of Fatigue,
and methods of eliminating fatigue, Monotony and boredom. Elimination of
boredom.
Unit 5: Communication within Organization: Meaning and Process of Communication
Models and Perspectives of Communication in organizations. Communication
barriers. Types of Communication.

Books Recommended:

 Ahuja,K.K.(1990). Organizational Behaviour. New Delhi, ND:Kalyani Publishers.

 Fisher, D. (2003).Communication in Organization. Bombay,Jaico Books.
 Schein, E.H. (1983). Organizational Psychology. New Delhi, ND: Prentice Hall ofIndia Pvt. Ltd.
 Davis, K. (1981). Human Behaviour at Work: Organizational Behaviour. NewDelhi,ND:Tata McGraw Hill.
 Smither, D.R. (1990). The Psychology of Work and Human Performance. NewYork,NY: Harper and Row.
 Newstorn, J.W.,&Davis, K. (1995). Organizational Behaviour : Human BehaviouratWork. New Delhi, ND: Tata
McGraw Hill.
 Semester- III
Code: MAP 305
Psychology Practicals
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs

List of Practical
Any five of the following:

1 Job Satisfaction Scale

2 Labour Welfare Inventory
3 Occupational Stress Scale
4 Work Adjustment Inventory
5 Vocational Interest Inventory
6 Job Anxiety Scale
7 Job Involvement Scale
8 Leadership Style Scale
9 Organizational Climate Inventory
10 Self Esteem Inventory
11 Work Motivation Scale
12 Functional Social Support
13 Executive Personality Scale
14 Organizational Health Questionnaire

Division of Marks:
Conduction of 02 Practical : 40 Marks
Viva Voce : 35 Marks
Practical Record Book : 15 Marks
Internal Viva-Voce : 10 Marks

Total : 100 Marks

Note: Any five practical shall be conducted/administered by each student. Two

practicals will be given to each student in practical examination. The marks shall
be awarded jointly by internal and external examiners. However HOD will act as
coordinator of the examination.
 Semester- IV
Code: MAP 401
Psychological Testing
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs

Course Objectives:
 To gain familiarity with psychological testing and its nature and functions
 To create understanding about different types of testing.

Course Outcomes (COs):

After completion of the course, students will be able:

 CO1-To administers psychological testing in various settings like school, hospitals and NGO.
 CO2-To provide help in the assessment of mentally retarded and physically handicapped persons
CO3- To explain about various types of psychological testing

Unit 1: Psychological Test: Nature, uses, Functions and Types of Psychological Tests. Test
Administration – Effects of examiner and situational variables, Test – takers
perspective. Effects of training on the test performance.
Unit 2: Measurement of Aptitude and Abilities: Group Tests – Multidimensional Aptitude
Battery. Multilevel Aptitude Batteries-Multilevel Aptitude Batteries- Cognitive
Ability Test. Multiple Aptitude Test Batteries-Differential Aptitude Test.
Unit 3: Personality Testing: Self Inventories – MMPI, EPPS, 16 PF, Neo Personality
Inventory. Projective Techniques – Inkblot, Picture Completion.
Unit 4: Interest Inventories: Strong Interest Inventory. KuderInterest Inventory.
Unit 5: Tests for Special Population: infant and Pre-school testing, Assessment of mentally
retarded and physically handicapped.

Books Recommended:

 Anastasi, A.(1998). Psychological Testing. New Delhi, ND:McMillan.

 Kline, P. (1993). The Hand Book of Psychological Testing. London, LDN:Routlege.
 Morphy, K.R.,&Davidshofer, C.O. (1988). Psychological Testing: Principles and Application. New Jersey, NJ:
Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd.
 Freeman, F.S. (1971). Theory and Practices of Psychological Testing. New York, NY:Oxford Press.
 Cronbach, L.J. (1972). Essentials of Psychological Testing. New York, NY: Haper andRow.
 Mathur, K. (1983).Psychological Testing. Agra, VinodPustakMandir.
 Aiken, L.R.,&Marnat, G.G. (2009). Psychological Testing and Assessment. NewDelhi, ND: Dorling Kindersley Pvt.
Ltd.
 Semester- IV
Code: MAP 402
Stress Management
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To gain knowledge about Stress Management.
 To create understanding and awareness about the therapeutic approaches to Stress Management.
Course Outcomes (COs):
After completion of the course, the students will be able to
 COs 1- Gain expertise in the understanding of stress and its management.
 COs 2- Organize stress management workshops in various government and public institutions.
 COs 3 – Apply stress management skills in various areas of life.

Unit 1: Organizational Stress: Meaning of Stress, Individual factor influencing job stress.
Different perspectives and symptoms of stress, conflict –Concept and types of
conflict, stages and sources of conflict. Approaches of conflict resolution.
Unit 2: Causes of Job Stress: Personal Characteristics, Organizational structure and change,
Properties of work and work setting, job role machine pacing and shift work. Coping
with Stress – Types of coping strategies.
Unit 3: Consequences of job Stress: Job behaviour, Job satisfaction, Performance,
absenteeism, Health Strains- Physical illness, mental / Psychological Symptoms.
Unit 4: Stress Management Interventions: Individual centered – cognitive, behavioural and
psychical, Organization centered – Preventing, mitigating and moderating
organizational stressors.
Unit 5: Therapeutic Approaches to Stress Management: Counselling, Hypno- suggestive,
Hypnosis, Self talk, music therapy.

Books Recommended:

 Pestonjee, D.M. (1992). Stress and Coping. New Delhi, ND: Sage Publications.
 Srivastava ,A.K. (1999). Management of Occupational Stress: Theory and Practice. New Delhi, ND: Gyan Publishing House.
 Davis, K. (1981). Human Behaviour at Work: Organizational Behaviour. New Delhi,ND: Tata McGraw Hill.
 Pestonjee, D.M. (1991). Motivation and Job Satisfaction. New Delhi, ND: MacmillanIndia Ltd.
 Gosh, P.K.,&Ghorpade, M.B (1991). Industrial and Organizational Psychology. New Delhi, ND: Himalaya
Publishing House.
 Semester- IV
Code: MAP 403
Organizational Development and Change
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs
Course Objectives:
 To gain knowledge about organizational development and change.
 To create understanding and awareness about the therapeutic approaches to organizational development.
Course Outcomes (COs):
After completion of the course, the students will be able to
 COs 1- Gain expertise in the understanding of organizational development.
 COs 2- enhance the quality of government and private organizations.
 COs 3 – Apply management skills in various areas of Government and private organizations.

Unit 1: Introduction: Nature, Scope and Characteristics of organizational development,

Historical development. Process of Management of Change. Revolution and Growth
of Organizational Development in India.
Unit 2: Management of Organizational Development: Process and action research.
Approaches – Survey, feedback, process consultation, team building.
Unit 3: Organizational Development Interventions: Team, Building, Role Analysis
Techniques, Role Negotiation Technique. Life and Career Planning.
Unit 4: Management of Change: Organizational Structure, Organizational Culture,
Employee relations and involvement strategies. Major phases in effective
management and organizational development Resistance to change and its diagnosis.
Unit 5: Evaluating change and future of organizational development:Behavioural aspects
of managing across cultures.

Books Recommended:

 Chandha, N.K. (2007). Organizational Behaviour. New Delhi, ND:GalgotiaPublication.

 French, W.L.,&Bell, C. H. (2006). Organizational Development: A Behaviour Science Approach. New Delhi, ND:
Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd.
 Prasad, L.M. (1995). Organizational Behaviour. New Delhi, ND: Sultan Chand andSons.
 Robbins, S.P. (1989). Organizational Behaviour. New Delhi, ND: Prentice Hall ofIndia Pvt. Ltd.
 Semester- IV
Code: MAP 404
Employee Counselling
Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs

Course Objectives:
 To gain knowledge about employee counseling.
 To create understanding and awareness about the therapeutic approaches of counseling.
Course Outcomes (COs):
After completion of the course, the students will be able to
 COs 1- Gain expertise in the understanding of employee Counseling.
 COs 2- Organize counseling program in various government and public institutions.
 COs 3 – Apply counseling skills in various areas of life.

Unit 1: Nature and Scope of Employee Counselling: Meaning and Scope of Employee
Counselling. Various Stages in Employee Counselling, Need of Employee
Counselling. Approaches to Employee Counselling.
Unit 2: Work place counselling.: Models of work place counselling. Models of Counselling.
Performance counselling, Career counselling and Planning.
Unit 3: Psychoanalytic Theory and Employee Counselling: the topographical and
Psychodynamic aspects of human mind. Conflicts and need for counselling.
Emotional reeducation.
Unit 4: Person Centered Therapy and Employee Counseeling: Conception of man.
Actualizing Tendency, Development of Self Concept, Counselling Procedure.
Directive and non-directive approaches- Reality therapy, Rational emotive therapy.
Gestalt counselling and eclectic counselling
Unit 5: Behavioural Counselling: Development of behavioral counselling. Behaviour
therapy. Criteria for counselling Goals. Strategies – Systematic desensitization, Social
modeling. Assertive training, Aversion therapy, Cognitive behaviour modification.

Books Recommended:

 Sinha, A.K.P. (1990). Employee Counselling. New Delhi, ND: Prachi Publication.
 Gelso, C.J.&Fretz, B.R. (1995). Counselling Psychology.Bangalore, Prism Books Pvt. Ltd.
 Shertzer, B.& Stone, S.C. (1968). Fundamentals of Counselling. New York: NY:Houghton Mifflin.
 Patterson, C.H. (1959). Counselling and Psychotherapy: Theory and Practice. NewYork, NY: Harper and Row.
 Semester- IV
Code: MAP 405
Practical and Project Report Marks-75
Time- 03 Hrs

(A) Practical : Any five of the following:

1. Job Satisfaction Scale\

2. Mental Fatigue
3. Personal Efficacy Scale
4. Role Conflict Inventory
5. Attitude Scale Towards Management
6. Aptitude Test
7. Conflict Resolution
8. Organizational Effectiveness Scale
9. Organizational Culture Scale
10. Personality Assessment Using any Projective Test.

Division of Marks:
Conduction of 02 Practical : 40 Marks
Viva Voce : 35 Marks
Practical Record Book : 15 Marks
Internal Viva-Voce : 10 Marks

Total : 100 Marks

Note: Any five practicals shall be conducted/administered by each student. Two

practical will be given to each student in practical examination. The marks shall
be awarded jointly by internal and external examiners. However HOD will act as
coordinator of the examination.