MGMT 360 Managing a Diverse Workforce

General

• Express how their individual experiences have shaped their perceptions of the behaviors and attributes of groups similar to and different from themselves.
• Understand the various characteristics of racism and the various legacies and impacts of racism in the United States.
• Analyze the extent and effectiveness of an organization's diversity initiatives and formulate solutions for racism and other diversity-related problems in hiring, pay, promotions, leadership development, etc.
• Appreciate the benefits of have better ideas for managing the challenges
• Articulate an understanding of racism and the demographics, laws, values, and business considerations that are "driving" the trends in workplace diversity initiate
• Define the differences between affirmative action, valuing diversity, and creating inclusive workplaces; articulate how diversity and overcoming racism can become a strategic advantage.
• Have a deeper understanding of the experiences of groups who struggle to achieve equity in the workplace. This includes various racial groups, genders, abilities, etc. and the intersections amongst these marginalized groups.
• Think analytically about domestic cultural diversity issues and institutional racism in the context of organizational life, applying current day research to workplace realities.