Dr. Kevin Hoff

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kevin Hoff is an Assistant Professor in Organizational Psychology at Michigan State University, holding a PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. His research primarily focuses on individual differences and their effects on career and life outcomes. His work studies the use of psychological assessments—including personality, interests, values, and skills—for decision-making and career planning within human resource management. Hoff also investigates issues related to the future of work and the impact of automation and technology on people's careers. His contributions include applied projects aimed at developing free career exploration tools for public use, in collaboration with the World Bank and the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Information Network (O*NET). At Michigan State University, he directs the MSU Careers and Workforce Science Lab, where he continues to advance research in this crucial area.

Research Interests

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology