BUS 208 - Diversity in the Workplace 3 cr.

Managing an increasingly diverse and sometimes global workforce is an important challenge facing today’s organizations. Collaboration and taking advantage of diverse teams of employees and stakeholders are keys to organizational success in the 21st century. In this course, students will study how leaders can leverage diversity in the organization to increase innovation, efficiency and success. Topics include US and global trends and demographics; inclusive leadership; benefits of inclusiveness; workplace culture; an inclusive workplace model and practical steps for implementation; as well as legislation and affirmative action in government.