By knowing the gamer's entertainment needs, you will execute the right strategies to develop successful video games"

Psychology is the profession, academic discipline or science that studies the behavior and mental processes of individuals and human groups in different situations, analyzing the human experience in its fullness for research, teaching and work purposes, among others. In the case of this program, the aim is to precisely study the behavior of the video game player to provide the necessary value to the development and strategies to be implemented within the project so that it meets the desired objectives. 

This postgraduate certificate has subdivided the general topic into more specific ones to know in detail from sociology, the psychology of video games as such, the needs in entertainment and feelings. In addition, theories such as Maslow's Pyramid, reinforcement calendar, reward mapping and other fundamental aspects to understand the Psychology of the Gamer will be taken into account. 

It is understood that nowadays video games are not only for children, according to official statistics, among those over 16 years old, people between 35 and 44 years old are the ones who consume more video games. When it comes to gender, it stands out that women make up 41% of the total number of players, which means that there is a lot to analyze and consider when designing a video game to make it really successful. 

The students of this postgraduate certificate will be able to differentiate themselves from other professionals due to their knowledge of the gamer and his behavior within a controlled environment. Knowing how to identify emotions or needs at each point of product design. For your convenience, the entire program is designed to be studied completely online and you will be able to qualify in 6 weeks. 

TECH Global University methodology allows the students to organize their schedule and share professional and personal activities. Training is the best option for anyone who wants to open up new opportunities and achieve success. For this reason, the best content has been selected by experts with experience in interactive product development and Game Design, who will be present through the study platform. 

You will learn about the typology of the gamer according to the theories of Bartle, Ami Jo Kim or Marczewski"

This postgraduate certificate in Gamer Psychology contains the most complete and up to date educational program on the market. Its most notable features are:

• The development of case studies presented by experts in video game development
• The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on the importance of visuals in videogames
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Walking on the road to professionalization is much easier with TECH methodology. Study 100% online and with content in various formats selected by experts"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations. 

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Differentiate yourself from other professionals by knowing how to identify the emotions or needs of the gamer at every point of product design"

Learn in detail how the player interacts with the game to get the most out of the experience and product"

Thanks to this postgraduate certificate in Gamer Psychology, the professionals will be able to highlight their profile within the digital entertainment industry, since they will master all the concepts and theories necessary to develop successful video games according to the typology, behaviors, motivations, emotions, environments or needs of the individuals. This is the main objective of this program.

If you work in or are passionate about video game development and dream of making a successful prototype, this program is for you. Enroll now and qualify in 6 weeks"

General Objectives

• Master in depth the field of gamification, its development and expansion
• Study players' behavior and their level of satisfaction within a designed product
• Implement the knowledge of Gamer Psychology to make video games attractive and easy to use
• Analyze all the variables in Gamer Psychology within the video game industry 
• Achieve autonomy in the development of videogames and their specializations
• Enhance knowledge to make attractive and easy to use video games

Specific Objectives

• Analyze player behavior for product optimization
• Discover the drivers of user behavior within the interactive environment
• Understand the needs and motivations of a player's psychology in order to reshapethem within the gamified game design
• Deepen in the different types of players according to experts

You will learn all the motivations and needs of a Gamer Psychology in order to reform them within the gamified game design"