Introduction to Diversity in the Workplace

What's the class about?

In this two-day class, you will learn how stereotypes and subconscious prejudices are harmful to workplace harmony and productivity. The course will also provide basic skills for managers and staff to adapt to the demographic changes of workers and clientele to assure the workplace provides equal opportunity and a safe environment to culturally diverse workers. Issues of race, gender, disability, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and national origin will be discussed.

At the end of this program, you will be able to: 

• Recognize stereotypes as barriers to effective communication
• Recognize cultural preferences and communicate across cultures
• Recognize behaviors that create fear and conflict in a diverse workplace
• Appreciate the value of diversity in an organization
• Responsibly handle cultural conflict, over-sensitivity, resentment and accusations of prejudice

Who should attend?

This course is designed for supervisors and managers, as well as rank and file staff.

How much is tuition?

$279 per participant

When is the class offered?

February 28-29, 2008
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

May 28-29, 2008
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.