Dr. Deborah Powell

Professor

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Biography

Deborah Powell is a Professor in the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences at the University of Guelph. She specializes in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, focusing on job performance and personnel selection. Her research primarily investigates the factors affecting interview performance, including interview anxiety and impression management. Powell's work emphasizes the importance of valid and fair methods for hiring employees. With advanced degrees, including a PhD from the University of Western Ontario, she has authored numerous publications in leading journals. Her most notable contributions involve examining the impact of nonverbal behavior on interview ratings and the role of fear and anxiety in job interviews. In addition to her research, Powell teaches graduate and undergraduate courses, such as Research Methods and Psychological Measurement, guiding students in applying psychological principles to real-world scenarios.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2008-01-01 — Present

University of Guelph • Guelph, ON

Teaching and conducting research in Industrial/Organizational Psychology.

Requirements for University of Guelph

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).