MGF5130 · Managing diversity and inclusion

Overview

This unit examines the social, legal and business dimensions of diversity and inclusion. It aims to provide both theoretical and practical application of contemporary ideas to promote workplace diversity and inclusion. Topics include theoretical perspectives on diversity and inclusion, forms of diversity and inclusion, the legal framework regulating discrimination and equal opportunity, strategic business and HRM issues, individual actions, and contemporary issues for diversity and inclusion in Australia and other countries.

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. understand the concepts of diversity and inclusion applied to the workplace
2. evaluate the legal, social and business issues associated with diversity management in the contemporary workplace
3. identify the strategic business and HRM issues associated with developing and implementing diversity and inclusion initiatives in the workplace
4. understand contemporary issues related to the management of workplace diversity and inclusion issues
5. analyse practical case studies of inclusion, diversity and discrimination in the workplace
6. demonstrate knowledge or skills for crafting sustainable futures for people, organisations, communities, and/or the environment.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.