XCUS-140 - Advancing Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion in the Workplace - MDDCCUA

Course Description

There is now overwhelming evidence that diversity and inclusion matter. Organizations that strategically manage differences and leverage inclusion can outperform their competitors. With this awareness of the business case for the diversity and inclusion, forward-thinking organizations are developing their management capabilities in this increasingly important area. On the frontline of this renewed emphasis on inclusion are diversity and inclusion professionals – whom business leaders and managers look up to as the demands for talent and market share intensify and activists and governments push for social justice and equity reforms.

Drawing on the latest research in the discipline, the Advancing Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate Program will equip diversity and HR professionals with the competencies required to craft effective and sustainable diversity and inclusion strategies that align with HR and business objectives. Throughout the program, participants will read a case study on implementing diversity and inclusion policies in an organization and present their findings as part of a case study project team. By the end of the program, participants will not only be able to analyze, diagnose, and deal with diversity and inclusion challenges in the workplace but also be prepared to effect positive change in their credit unions.

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this program, participants should be able to: 

• Describe the concept and role of ‘agency’ in the advancement of diversity and inclusion work, and the competencies required to succeed as a diversity and inclusion professional;
• Prepare a solid business case for diversity and inclusion, and identify measures to prove the return on investment (ROI) of diversity and inclusion initiatives;
• Develop strategies and programs to attract and engage diverse talent, and achieve HR and business goals;
• Measure the progress and impact of diversity and inclusion programs and initiatives, using appropriate metrics and benchmarks; and
• Communicate about diversity and inclusion solutions, initiatives, events and progress to diverse audiences and stakeholders.