AI and Aptitude: It’s time to rethink how we measure intelligence
The interest in human intelligence has been traced back to the 7th century AD, but it wasn’t until the late 19th century that the modern study of intelligence began. Since Alfred Binet’s early pioneering work, aptitude tests to measure intelligence…
The ageing workforce and what to do about it
It is remarkable such an important topic receives such little attention or support. Governments and economists have known about the rising age demographic since the middle of the last century. The ‘100 year life’ (first published 2016) is well known…
“Elon Musk on Trial” virtual workshop Weds 22nd February 2023
On 22nd February 2023 the ABP took a playful spin on the topic of Elon Musk’s leadership style by testing the evidence in a “mock trial”. Nicola Jones set the tone as the “judge” by wearing a pink feather boa…
Have your cake and eat it!
Claire Lish, Fellow of the ABP Claire was recently featured on Radio 4. To listen to her segment see below and her thoughts following the interview https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m001h606 The segment starts at 52:05 and Claire is on from 53:24 – 57:14…
Noodle case study – ABP awards 2021 category of Excellence in Learning Interventions BY NOODLE CO-FOUNDER KATE WOOD
In October I was pleased to be able to share with ABP members the story of ‘noodle’ – a brand-new learning approach using a bite-sized, adult-led format which integrates the psychology of human performance and interactions to share concepts, frameworks,…
Does Business Psychology have a responsibility to drive sustainability?
With the expertise and influence we have on client organisations, should Business Psychologists be taking a stronger stance on encouraging and developing sustainable practices in business? In my view, we’d be silly not to! Our industry hasn’t yet planted its…
Brian Baxter
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Brian Baxter, one of the founding members of the Association of Business Psychology. Brian was a leader in his field with many years of international experience providing strategic and…
Thinking Differently, Maximising Organisational Effectiveness
Professor Ludmila Praslova, Vanguard University of Southern California Professor and Founding Director of Graduate Programmes in Industrial/Organisational Psychology By way of introduction, Prof Praslova undertakes consulting work focused on supporting organisations in creating systemic inclusion informed by an understanding of…
Volunteering for a Sober Society, Alex Forsythe, ABP Chair
During Volunteers Week, we should celebrate and congratulate a shining example of a volunteer led organisation, who have had to work harder during the Pandemic to support individuals. I have recently had reason to examine the support provision for alcohol…
Manchester Met’s BA Business Psychology Degree Article
We are absolutely thrilled that Manchester Met’s BA Business Psychology Degree, which is accredited by the ABP, has been shortlisted for Course of the Year in the Student Union Awards 2022 – for the second year in a row. This…
Biz Psych Cup winner announced
Ten weeks of intense work and competition culminated last week in the virtual presentation of posters by the six student teams participating in the inaugural “ABP Biz Psych Cup”. Following great work by our amazing judging panel, I am proud…
Building the Next Generation of Business Psychologists
Calling all ABP members. Want to help build the next generation of business psychologists? One of our key aims is to build better and stronger direct relationships between business and academia and provide opportunities for the next generation of business…