Increasing workplace diversity necessitates strategies that foster more inclusive and equitable workplace practices. In this course, you will learn how leaders who want tangible, measurable results from diversity and inclusion initiatives must take an active role in supporting and implementing these strategies. You will explore how to use talent management systems and performance metrics to create a diverse workplace. This course illustrates that providing equal opportunities for continued engagement, including flexible work arrangements, mentorship programs, and employee benefits, is paramount for an organization's diversity and inclusion efforts to succeed.

Learning Outcomes:

Define diversity, inclusion, and belonging

Develop inclusive sourcing and recruitment strategies

Construct accessible and inclusive job descriptions

Identify common biases found in the hiring process

Assemble a diverse interview panel

Explain how talent management systems support inclusion in the workplace

Identify metrics to gauge the effectiveness of diversity and inclusion initiatives

Explore how flexible work arrangements support diversity and inclusion goals

Outline strategies for implementing inclusive training and mentorship programs

Credits:

IACET CEUs: 0.4 (Contact Hours: 4 hours)

HRCI Credits: 4 (Type: General)

SHRM PDCs: 4

Estimated time to complete: 4 hours