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Diversity and Inclusion in Global Organizations

Unlock the power of diversity and inclusion to drive success in your global organization
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Course: On-Demand
Advanced  Provider KnowledgeCity  7 Lessons ·  24m  in English, Spanish 

Course Description

Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzzwords; they are essential components of a thriving, innovative, and successful organization in today’s global market. In this course on Diversity and Inclusion in Global Organizations, we’ll explore the critical differences between diversity and inclusion, the importance of fostering a diverse workforce, and how to create an inclusive environment that drives innovation and business success. You'll learn how race, gender, age, and cultural background contribute to diversity. Discover how to build an inclusive culture where all employees feel valued and integral to the organization’s success.

By implementing effective diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategies, your organization can boost employee satisfaction, foster innovation, and achieve superior business outcomes. This course will guide you in developing global diversity strategies tailored to different regions and creating leadership initiatives that promote diversity. By measuring and evaluating your diversity and inclusion efforts, you’ll be equipped to drive meaningful change and leverage the full potential of a diverse workforce.

What You'll Learn

  • Distinguish the critical differences between diversity and inclusion
  • Recognize the diverse attributes of a global workforce, including race, gender, age, and cultural background
  • Develop strategies to create and sustain an inclusive culture where employees feel valued
  • Implement global diversity strategies tailored to different regions
  • Promote diversity through leadership initiatives
  • Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of DEI initiatives

Key Takeaways

  • Diversity and inclusion are essential components of a thriving, innovative, and successful organization in today's global market.
  • Race, gender, age, and cultural background all contribute to workforce diversity.
  • An inclusive culture is one where all employees feel valued and integral to the organization's success.
  • Implementing effective DEI strategies can boost employee satisfaction, foster innovation, and achieve superior business outcomes.
  • Global diversity strategies should be tailored to different regions, and their effectiveness should be measured and evaluated.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this course about?

This course explores the differences between diversity and inclusion, the importance of fostering a diverse workforce, and how to create an inclusive environment that drives innovation and business success. It covers building an inclusive culture, navigating global diversity, promoting diversity in leadership, and measuring and evaluating DEI initiatives.

What skills will I gain from this course?

You will gain skills in Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, and Diversity Management.

What topics are covered in the lessons?

The lessons cover Understanding Diversity and Inclusion, Navigating Global Diversity, Building an Inclusive Culture, Promoting Diversity in Leadership, and Measuring Diversity and Inclusion, followed by a Test Your Knowledge assessment.

How can DEI strategies benefit an organization?

By implementing effective diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies, an organization can boost employee satisfaction, foster innovation, and achieve superior business outcomes by leveraging the full potential of a diverse workforce.

Professional Certifications and Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®)

Recertification Credits: 0.5

Certification Program Categories:
HR GeneralBusinessCaliforniaGlobal

This Program has been pre-approved for (Number of recertification credit hours & credit type) toward aPHR®, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).

Project Management Institute (PMI®)

Professional Development Units (PDUs): 0.5

Certification Program Categories:
Ways of WorkingPower SkillsBusiness Acumen

KnowledgeCity has been reviewed and approved by the PMI® Authorized Training Partner Program. Users can maintain your PMI credentials by earning PDUs from KnowledgeCity qualified courses in Project Management, Business Management, Leadership and many others.

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)

Professional Development Credits (PDCs): 0.5

Certification Program Categories:
Leadership & NavigationBusiness AcumenConsultationGlobal MindsetEthical PracticeRelationship ManagementAnalytical AptitudeCommunicationDiversity, Equity & Inclusion

KnowledgeCity is approved by SHRM as a Recertification General Provider to offer SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP professional development credits (PDCs). By taking the courses approved by SHRM, KnowledgeCity can award SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for HR knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).