Image of industrial psychology among personnel administrators

Abstract

Results of a survey of 319 personnel administrators showed 11% of all companies and 20% of the largest ones employ a psychologist full time, and 25% employ 1 or more as a consultant. 50% felt it would be desirable to have a psychologist in the company and 75% felt it would increase productivity and satisfacton. Ratings of perceived past contributions, future usefulness, and need for further research in 12 areas of specialization are presented. Comparisons are made with previous surveys over a 20-yr period. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved)