Defining Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Organizations is the first course of a four-course series. This course introduces the core definitions of diversity, equity, and inclusion and reasons why these efforts can often fail. We will also explore the elements for making the case for diversity and the concept of DE&I maturation where learners can assess their organization’s activities to determine where it may place on the DE&I continuum.
Defining Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Organizations
Defining Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Organizations
This course is part of Organizational Leadership in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Specialization
Instructor: Richard Anthony Baker, J.D., M.P.A, Ph.D.
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Defining Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Organizations is the first course of a four-course series. This course introduces the core definitions of diversity, equity, and inclusion and the reasons why these efforts can often fail. We will also explore the elements for making the case for diversity and the concept of DE&I maturation where learners can assess their organization’s activities to determine where it may place on the DE&I continuum.
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Reviewed on Feb 26, 2023
Excellent instructor. Course was well organized and the content was informative and easy to digest.
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Reviewed on Oct 25, 2023
Really enjoyed this course. Prof. Baker is great at teaching it. Keep up the good work! :-)
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Reviewed on Sep 29, 2024
This class gives a good foundation to the benefits and challenges of DE&I efforts in the workplace.
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