Organisational psychologists are experts in human behaviour in the workplace, having extensively studied the brain, performance, learning, group behaviour, and the processes determining how people think, feel, behave and react, and the impact of these on organisational outcomes.
Working with the Science-Practitioner model, we apply our expertise using reliable and scientifically supported methods to assist organisations achieve their business goals. Effective practice often also impacts positively on employee wellness and health.
‘Chartered’ members have completed an honours or Masters degree specialising in Organisational Psychology, and have been supervised in their practice to ensure they are applying their knowledge effectively. Chartered members are also required to undergo ongoing professional development, and comply with the ethics involved in this practice.
Membership Benefits
- Join the private IOP LinkedIn group
- Discounted rates for professional development workshops
- Discounted professional indemnity insurance from the New Zealand Psychological Society (NZPsS)
- Access to the online journals database: New Zealand Journal of Psychology through NZPsS
Upcoming Conferences | TALKS | Workshops across New zealand
Workshops & Events
We will keep this space updated with upcoming confirmed workshops and events, so keep an eye out!
AI, Expertise and the Future Talent Pipeline: Who Gets the Opportunity to Learn?
Our September 8 Organisational Psychology Discussion Group was facilitated by Abby White and Paul Hulston from Deloitte.
If AI can do the work people used to learn from, how do we build the next generation of experts?
I recently a thought-provoking Deloitte session on a question every organisation will have to answer: what happens to professional judgement when AI takes over the routine work that used to build it?
Drafting, summarising, analysing, reconciling and reviewing were the entry-level tasks where people made mistakes, got feedback and slowly built expertise. As AI absorbs more of this work, graduate recruitment, workforce models and career pathways are being rethought.
The discussion drew on Deloitte’s 2026 Human Capital Trends research, its Gen Z and Millennial Survey, and examples from Deloitte and its clients. Related Deloitte research describes a “broken skills ladder”, where AI increasingly handles the routine tasks that once helped employees build expertise early in their careers. At the same time, human expertise remains essential at higher levels of proficiency. We still need experts, but we’re removing the way people become one.
My key takeaways:
- Productivity and capability are in tension. Efficiency gains today can create a leadership and expertise gap tomorrow.
- Learning has to be designed, not assumed. Organisations can no longer count on expertise building up as a by-product of doing the work. Options include simulations, structured practice, and mentoring and apprenticeship models.
- Humans remain central to developing judgement. Deloitte’s work on apprenticeship notes that AI can help guides personalise the apprenticeship experience, but the human guide is how standards, judgement, confidence and professional identity are developed.
- The next generation is watching.
For me, the biggest shift is this: the apprenticeship model of the future won’t happen by accident. Leaders will need to design it deliberately.
The question I’m taking back to my own work is: where in our organisation are people still getting the chance to practise, get feedback and build judgement, and where have we quietly removed it?
How is your organisation approaching this? I’d love to hear what’s working.
#FutureOfWork #AI #HumanCapital #TalentDevelopment #Leadership #EarlyCareers #LearningAndDevelopment #Deloitte
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury Alumni and Friends Night 2026
The UC MSc I-O (previously APSY) programme is bringing you our 2026 Student Showcase and APSY Alumni & Friends Evening!
We’ve got two exciting events lined up:
3:00PM – An afternoon Student Research Showcase featuring presentations from all of this year’s amazing researchers.
5:30PM – An evening session with speeches, a panel discussion, drinks, nibbles, and networking.
Tickets are available for either or both events, and while we’d love to see you at both to support our Part 2 Masters students, feel free to join us for either the afternoon or the evening session if your schedule is tight!
Details are as follows:
Afternoon Event | Student Research Showcase | 15th October 2026, 3-5pm
Location: University of Canterbury or online (please select if you will be attending online or in person when you register for a ticket)Evening Event | Speeches, Panel Discussion, Networking | 15th October 2026, 5:30pm onwards
Location: University of CanterburyDrinks and nibbles provided!
This event is kindly supported by the Institute of Organisational Psychology and the UC School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing.Register for tickets here! https://events.humanitix.com/mscio-apsy-student-showcase-and-alumni-and-friends-night-2026
16th APS Industrial and Organisational Psychology Conference October 2026
Hosted by the Australian Psychological Society and the APS College of Organisational Psychologists in Melbourne, Australia, October 29–31, 2026.
The conference theme is Thriving in Complexity: Redefining the World of Work, with proposals aligned to one of three topic areas:
- Thriving People and Workplaces: Work Design, Wellbeing, & Performance
- Navigating Complexity: Culture & Change
- Redefining Tomorrow: The Future of Work & Workforce Capability
Institute members can attend at APS member rates. When you register, enter your NZPsS membership number.
Institute of Organisational Psychology Symposium and ANZOPOB 2026
The 15th Aotearoa New Zealand Organisational Psychology and Organisational Behaviour (ANZOPOB) Conference is taking place at Massey University, Albany, Auckland on 19–20 November 2026 (Thursday and Friday), hosted by the School of Psychology, College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Massey University.
Whether you’re a scholar, consultant or student, we invite you to join us as a delegate.
Day 1 (19th November 2026, Thursday) – Practitioner Symposium
In partnership with the Institute of Organisational Psychology, this day brings together applied psychologists and consultants to share real-world insights through case studies, lightning talks, and interactive workshops.Day 2 (20th November 2026, Friday) – Academic Conference
A full day of peer-reviewed presentations covering research, theory, and practice in organisational behaviour and organisational psychology.All information and links can be found here
Key dates:
- Registration open, Wednesday, 17th June 2026
- IOP Programme available 25 September 2026
- ANZOPOB feedback and notification of abstract acceptance or rejection, Friday, 9th October 2026
- Registration deadline presenters, Friday, 6th November 2026 and Friday, 13th November 2026 (for non-presenters)
- ANZOPOB Preliminary programme available, Friday, 13th November 2026
Centre for Good Work Update
This breakfast session on 8 April 2027 will provide an update on the work of the Centre for Good Work, by Sanna Malinen and Katharina Näswall, and include results of a survey. More information to follow!
The Breakfast will be at Joes Garage, 7 Leslie Street. Networking and breakfast at 7.30 and the talk will be 8-9am. RSVP to john.eatwell@spgroup.nz.
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