Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Introduction to Psychological Testing Syllabus - Mumbai University 2026

Module 1: Basics of Psychological Testing

• A What is Psychological Testing? – Definition, history, and importance.
• B Major Types of Tests – Intelligence, personality, aptitude, and achievement tests.
• C Introduction to Test Reliability
• D Introduction to Test Validity

Module 2: Psychological Test Administration and Interpretation

• A Test Construction Process – Basic steps, from item writing to standardization.
• B Methods of Test Administration – Individual vs. group tests, paper-pencil vs. digital tests.
• C Ethical Issues in Testing – Informed consent, confidentiality, and cultural fairness.
• D Applications of Psychological Testing – Use in clinical, educational, and workplace settings.

Text Books

• 1 Cohen, R. J., & Swerdlik, M. E. (2017). Psychological Testing and Assessment: An Introduction to Tests and Measurement (9th ed.). McGraw-Hill.

Reference Books

• 1 Gregory, R. J. (2016). Psychological Testing: History, Principles, and Applications (7th ed.). Pearson.