HRT6590
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Foundation
This course provides students with the core skills necessary to facilitate group interactions and consultation through the use of process tools for facilitators and practical decision-making for change.
UPON COMPLETION OF THE COURSE, THE STUDENT WILL BE COMPETENT IN:
- Identifying trends in the working-age population, particularly as they relate to emerging trends in DE&I.
- Examining the global demographics trends and the impact on workforce diversity.
- Discussing the educational trends and workforce diversity.
- Describing the differences between equality and fairness in employment.
- Exploring the challenges of managing diversity in the Global context.
- Defining diversity management, diversity management paradigms, and the inclusive workplace.
- Discovering the impact of diversity training programs on productivity and business performance.
- Developing effective cross-cultural communication.
- Analyzing how to integrate and apply the DE&I perspective to Human Resources best practices.
- Understanding the theoretical perspectives of discrimination and affirmative action.
- Examining the practical implications of diversity legislation.
- Conducting relevant research appropriate to understanding DE&I development to leverage employee diversity.
- Demonstrating knowledge of ethical issues related to DE&I in a global organization.