This course is part of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Organizational Leaders Specialization

Sam Mejias

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Organizational Leaders SpecializationParsons School of Design, The New School

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In this course, you will explore the challenges of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) for business and corporate leaders. You will consider questions like: How does maximizing an organization’s diversity benefit stakeholders? How can we improve employee performance? What can we do to advance institutional progress? 
You will learn how to lead with equity and design a business with DEI at the center of organizational culture. You will learn how to sustainably operationalize and improve inclusion and belonging within your organization and look at ways to measure and maintain accountability to your organization’s DEI goals and vision. Finally you will create an action plan to put your commitment to DEI into practice.

This course is tailored to executives and senior leaders who have influence on their organization’s policies and strategic plans and who want to further their understanding of the impacts and opportunities DEI policies have on their operational business practices. To succeed in this course, you should have an active interest in implementing tangible and sustainable change at the organization level.

On successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

- Evaluate current business practices to embrace DEI policies in all aspects of your business.

- Create DEI strategies that enhance business initiatives and foster equity in the workplace.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Organizational Leaders Specialization

Beginner Level

At least 2 years of experience in a leadership role and a desire to apply strong diversity, equity, and inclusion practice in your organization

Approx. 10 hours to complete

English

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What you will learn

Evaluate current business practices to embrace DEI policies in all aspects of your business.
Create DEI strategies that enhance business initiatives and foster equity in the workplace.

Skills you will gain

Business Psychology
Organization Development
Business Strategy
Leadership And Management
Leadership Development

Flexible deadlines

Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.

Shareable Certificate

Earn a Certificate upon completion

100% online

Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.

Coursera Labs

Includes hands on learning projects.

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Course 2 of 3 in the

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Organizational Leaders Specialization

Beginner Level

At least 2 years of experience in a leadership role and a desire to apply strong diversity, equity, and inclusion practice in your organization

Approx. 10 hours to complete

English

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Instructor

Sam Mejias

Parsons Faculty

School of Design Strategies

235 Learners

3 Courses

Offered by

Parsons School of Design, The New School

For more than a century, Parsons School of Design has been inspired by the transformative potential of design. Today, the school’s groundbreaking academic programs carry forward that mission, making Parsons the number one design school in the U.S. and among the top three globally. At the heart of a comprehensive university — The New School — Parsons draws on a range of academic fields to deliver a uniquely interdisciplinary education enriched by the resources of its home in New York City and branch campus in Paris. Here, the next generation of creative leaders engage in real-world learning and develop as critical thinkers and makers grappling with the pressing issues of our time.

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week1

Week 1

3 hours to complete

The Moral Imperative of DEI in the Workplace

3 hours to complete

11 videos (Total 54 min), 7 readings, 1 quiz

11 videos

Introduction to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Organizational Leaders2mIntroduction to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Applications for Executives2mIntroduction to The Moral Imperative of DEI in the Workplace47sOrganizations and Culture: The Intersection of Business and Society5mRacism and Exclusion: The Legacy of Poor Business Practices7mCompanies, Economies, and Justice: Q&A with Darrick Hamilton6mThe Importance of Acknowledgment: Why Businesses Shouldn't Avoid Issues of Social Conflict5mThe Role of Organizations in Driving Social Change7mProactive DEI Approaches for Organizations7mProactive Approaches to DEI: Q&A with Melanie Hart7mThe Moral Imperative of DEI in the Workplace Conclusion1m

7 readings

Required Reading: Welcome to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Applications for Executives10mOptional Reading: Course Presenter Profiles10mOptional Reading: Key Terminologies and Concepts10mGo Even Further with Parsons10mRequired Reading: 12 Reasons Why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are Important in Business10mOptional Reading: 12 Ways Companies Are Boosting Their DEI10mOptional Reading: How to Elevate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Work in Your Organization10m

1 practice exercise

The Moral Imperative of DEI in the Workplace Assessment30m

Week2

Week 2

2 hours to complete

DEI as a Business Accelerator

2 hours to complete

7 videos (Total 31 min), 3 readings, 1 quiz

7 videos

Introduction to DEI as a Business Accelerator35sEmbedding a Holistic Approach to DEI Across Business Practices7mThe Connection Between DEI and Employee Well-being5mDEI as a Human-Centered Business Approach4mDiversity is Just Good Business: How Diversity Improves Business Performance4mDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion as a Competitive Edge: Q&A with Ester Julia Neznanova7mDEI as a Business Accelerator Conclusion1m

3 readings

Required Reading: The Business Case for Diversity in the Workplace is Now Overwhelming10mOptional Reading: A Human-Centered Approach to Business10mOptional Reading: Why Diversity Gives Businesses A Competitive Advantage10m

1 practice exercise

DEI as a Business Accelerator Assessment30m

Week3

Week 3

2 hours to complete

Effective Growth Through DEI

2 hours to complete

7 videos (Total 31 min), 3 readings, 1 quiz

7 videos

Introduction to Effective Growth Through DEI1mCentering Equity in Business and the Workplace6mCorporate Learning and Development and DEI3mThe Case for Centering DEI in Employee Training5mBuilding Stronger Teams Through DEI6mHelping Teams Thrive: Overcoming DEI Challenges and Barriers7mEffective Growth Through DEI Conclusion1m

3 readings

Required Reading: 8 Expert Tips for Fostering Equity10mOptional Reading: A Holistic DEI Learning Strategy for an Inclusive Workplace10mOptional Reading: Study on Bias Reveals Several Types of Discrimination10m

1 practice exercise

Effective Growth Through DEI Assessment30m

Week4

Week 4

4 hours to complete

DEI and Effective Leadership

4 hours to complete

8 videos (Total 38 min), 3 readings, 2 quizzes

8 videos

Introduction to DEI and Effective Leadership1mHow to Be a More Inclusive Leader7mLeading with Equity: Q&A with Renée T. White7mCentering DEI Within Organizational Culture7mCreating and Using a DEI Action Plan6mActionable Commitment to DEI: Q&A with Matthew Trent6mDEI and Effective Leadership Conclusion46sDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion Applications for Executives Conclusion55s

3 readings

Required Reading: Leading for Equity: 5 Steps from Awareness to Commitment10mOptional Reading: Your DEI-Centered Business Plan10mOptional Reading: Diversity, Inclusion and Culture: How to Build Great Teams10m

1 practice exercise

DEI and Effective Leadership Assessment30m

About the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Organizational Leaders Specialization

In the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Organizational Leaders specialization, you will learn about the ideas, texts, resources, strategies, practices, and critical perspectives you need to build a DEI-oriented company culture. You’ll start by exploring the foundational concepts that inform diversity, equity, and inclusion: origins of power, privilege, bias, stereotypes, social identities, and justice. Then you will learn how to articulate the reasons diversity, equity, and inclusion are beneficial in the workplace for both teams and the broader organization. Finally you will explore management practices that will assist you when working with diverse teams and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and help you overcome any obstacles to implementation along the way.

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