In this course, you will explore the challenges of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) for business and corporate leaders. You will consider questions like: How does maximizing an organization’s diversity benefit stakeholders? How can we improve employee performance? What can we do to advance institutional progress?
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Applications for Executives
This course is part of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Organizational Leaders Specialization
Taught in English
Instructor: Sam Mejias
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Evaluate current business practices to embrace DEI policies in all aspects of your business.
Create DEI strategies that enhance business initiatives and foster equity in the workplace.
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There are 4 modules in this course
In this module, you will examine the necessity of DEI in the workplace, how businesses can implement DEI, and strategies to increase DEI within a company.
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11 videos6 readings1 quiz4 discussion prompts
In this module, you will learn about utilizing DEI as a core business practice, how DEI can increase company performance, as well as the advantages diversity provides businesses.
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7 videos3 readings1 quiz3 discussion prompts
In this module, you will learn ways to foster equity in the workplace, strategies to help create an inclusive workplace, and the role DEI plays in building strong teams within an organization.
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7 videos3 readings1 quiz3 discussion prompts
In this module, you will learn about inclusive leadership, DEI-focused business plans, and why communicating DEI goals and strategies is important within an organization.
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8 videos3 readings1 quiz1 peer review3 discussion prompts
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