Module Code: H7DI
Long Title Diversity and Inclusion 
Title Diversity and Inclusion 
Module Level: LEVEL 7
EQF Level: 6
EHEA Level: First Cycle
Credits: 5
Module Coordinator: COLETTE DARCY
Module Author: Isabela Da Silva
Departments: School of Business
Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff  
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Critically appraise and evaluate the major concepts, theories and issues in the field of equality and diversity, the moral, ethical, and legal arguments as well as well as the business case for diversity management
LO2 Develop a broad and in-depth knowledge of the different marginalised employee groups, the issues and unique challenges they face in the workplace in both the national and wider international context.
LO3 Develop an insight into the outcomes of typical workplace approaches to equality, diversity and discrimination and the problems encountered in both the national and international context.
LO4 Advise how the HR function can develop an appropriate framework to promote the inclusion of different marginalised employee groups, the various stages involved and evaluating the impact on organisational performance
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Entry requirements

 As per programme requirements (outlined in 4.2.2 Minimum requirements for general learning)    

  

  
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Introducing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
The module starts with a discussion of the different historic and contemporary approaches to managing diversity in the workplace.   Business, Moral and legal case for diversity management Context the Legal and social context for inclusion of diverse employees Equality, Diversity & the Law Moral & Ethical Dimensions of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion.   Exploration of the practices and policies such as affirmative action, diversity management, positive discrimination, and equal opportunities
Managing Workforce Diversity Defining and exploring diversity
This part of the module looks at marginalised employee groups in turn, focusing on the unique challenges and issues they face in the workplace, the role of the HR function and the organisation in promoting their inclusion.
Gender
Gender Diversity Gender considerations in the workplace, earning gaps, retention, quotas.  Female employees, pregnancy & maternity.   The inclusion of female employees, common challenges they face, patriarchy and sexism, and pregnancy and maternity.   The glass ceiling, the stick floor, ‘leaning in’, and Queen Bee syndrome
Sexual Orientation
Sexual Orientations consider employees of various sexual orientations, and strategies for inclusion.   Sexual minority employees, explores the workplace challenges and issues that sexual minority employees such as lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, pansexual and asexual.  Concepts explored include strategies of coming out/not coming out, rainbow capitalism and heteronormativity.
Ethnic Minority & Religious Minority Employees
Experiences of BAME (black and minority ethnicity) employees and of religious minority employees, accommodation of religious practice and explores race and racism in the workplace.   Non-national employees in the workplace, cultural diversity, integration, skills usage
Trans employees
Issues and challenges explored by those employees whose identity falls under the trans ‘umbrella’, including transgender, genderqueer, agender.   Transphobia, social and physical transitioning, gain/loss of capital, deadnaming, ‘bathroom bills’ and trans-exclusionary feminism.
Disability & Age
The role of age and ageism in the workplace.  The experiences of employees who have disabilities and/or are neuro-divergent.   Discrimination against older, younger and disabled employees.   Age and Disabilities Strategies for including individuals with differing physical and mental abilities in the workplace, reasonable accommodations. Retention of older workers. New work arrangements
Intersectional and Non-Legislated Identities
Critical exploration of the concept of intersectionality and the intersection of differing minority identities, such as ethnic minority women,   Other diverse groups that are often not included in equality legislation, such as employees with caring responsibilities, working class employees, and former offenders.
Diversity Management and the organization
The business Case for equality and diversity, managing organisational performance, the benefits and challenges of embracing Diversity Management.   The impact and the role of management, employees, teams and stakeholders in equality and diversity policies and practices.   Different manifestations of discrimination in workplaces, such as hiring discrimination, promotion discrimination and negative work cultures.  Formal, informal, covert, overt discrimination harassment/victimisation, visible and invisible stigmatising identities.  The role of organisational culture, its influence and impact on diversity management.   Framework for implementing diversity management looks at equality and diversity policy and statements.   Organisational structures and processes.  Monitoring and effectiveness.  Communication & training.
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Coursework
Assessment Type: Continuous Assessment % of total: 100
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
Submit a reflective paper based on your knowledge and experiences of Diversity and Inclusion before and after completing the Diversity and Inclusion Module.
No End of Module Assessment
No Workplace Assessment
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Classroom and demonstrations 24 Per Semester 2.00
Directed Learning Directed e-learning 4 Per Semester 0.33
Independent Learning Independent learning 97 Per Semester 8.08
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.33
 

Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources
  • Jawad S. and Ozbilgin  M, (2020) ,Managing Diversity and Inclusion: An International Perspective, SAGE Publications.
  • Michalle E. Mor Barak ,(2021) ,Managing Diversity: Toward a Globally Inclusive Workplace Fifth edition, SAGE Publications.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Mensi-Klarbach, H. and Risberg, A. (Ed.s) , 2019 , Diversity in Organizations: Concepts and Practices ,2nd ed.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Discussion Note: