"The Fundamentals of Diversity" is the first course in IE University's specialization titled "The Journey to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging."
Fundamentals of Diversity
This course is part of The Journey to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Specialization
Taught in English
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Instructors: Celia De Anca
Sponsored by Connors State College
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There are 4 modules in this course
In this module, we'll examine different types of diversity and why they are essential to any organization. We'll also explore the roles that gender, culture, and disability play within diversity and how to manage these aspects of identity within organizations. Moreover, we'll analyze some vulnerabilities within certain categories of diversity.
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After exploring the three main types of diversity and how they affect organizations, we will now discuss the concept of gender in depth. We will analyze key terms such as gender expression and sexual orientation and identify the main challenges LGBTI+ communities face in today's world.
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In module 3, we'll explore how culture can impact our companies and the world around us. We will also discuss the origins of intercultural communication as well as the description of race, ethnicity, and racism.
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In the last module of the course, we will discuss age in the context of diversity. We'll also focus on an exploration of how people with physical, intellectual, or sensory disabilities can have equal participation in society.
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