Think about how to deepen self-understanding and create a comfortable workplace so that everyone can work positively and in their own way.
Research Themes
This seminar considers what companies should do, and what each individual can do, to enable people to determine the career they want and continue working with enthusiasm, in a rapidly changing work environment.
"Work" is something that everyone has to deal with. In order to manage your work happiness yourself, rather than leaving it up to others, it is essential to continue to face yourself and analyze the differences between yourself and others. It is also important to understand the structure and systems of companies, and to be aware of trends in workplace environments that increase/reduce stress and flexible working styles.
When do you feel motivated? Why do I feel like I don't get along with my new boss at my part-time job? How should I make the most of flexible working? Starting from these familiar and simple questions, let's research together to realize the working style that each of us desires.
[Research Keywords]
Career development, work engagement, boredom at work, mental health in the workplace, self-understanding of leaders, organizational communication, emotional intelligence, motivation, work-life balance
Activities
Based on theories of industrial and organizational psychology and occupational health psychology, you will conduct empirical research on issues that interest you. You will learn each step of the process carefully, from reviewing previous research, formulating hypotheses, designing surveys for hypothesis testing, data collection, analysis, and interpretation of results.
The fall semester of the second year and the spring semester of the third year are dedicated to building the foundation for research. While learning statistical methods, students will broadly absorb information on topics related to the well-being of working people. Furthermore, through presentations and discussions, they will develop the ability to articulate their own thoughts and accept feedback from others.
From the fall semester of the third year onward, students will select their own research themes and implement research plans, data collection, and data analysis. Simultaneously, in order to manage their own careers, they will engage in activities both on and off campus to deepen their self-understanding and promote interaction with others (including other universities and business professionals). The content of these activities will be student-led and based on the students' preferences.