MGMT 3505 Women in Management
This course examines the issues, theories, and applications related to women and diversity in management. Managing diversity in the workplace refers to the process of creating and sustaining a workplace where different people (based on gender, age, ethinicity, culture, personality, etc.) feel welcome, included, and comfortable to contribute to organizational performance in a fair manner.The class will address issues such as the glass ceiling, stereotyping, sexual harassment, equity, power, organizational politics, reverse discrimination, and work-life balance. The class will also examine applied practices that may increase the likelihood for diverse work groups to improve organizational performance (e.g., implementation of multidisciplinary teams, job rotation, cross-training, mentoring, and fostering of social perspective among employees). Course topics will also include work and life policies, as well as fair recruitment, hiring, and selection processes that provide equal opportunities to everyone.
Lecture Hours
3 hours