Training > Managing Diversity in Workplace

Introduction

Diversity is life. Imagine what would happen if everybody were the same. If everybody in an organization strived for stability, change would have been impossible. On the other hand, if everybody only made supreme effort for innovation, it would be very difficult to manage everyday life.

In short, Diversity is about:

• People
• The environment we are in and our desire to excel.
• How we see, value and appreciate those that are unlike ourselves.
• How we perceive, think and behave with others individually and in a team.

Diversity represents all the ways we are different. In this regard, the training will focus on diversity, its importance, meaning and application in an organization. Besides, it will provide a deeper insight and understanding of your own personality and provide practical skills in building relationship with people you live and work with.

Objectives

The program has set the following objectives:

• Create insight and understanding on the importance of diversity and its influence and impact on organizations in modern times.
• Improve skills in managing diversity in your organization
• Provide awareness and understanding of your own personality type and the types of personalities in your organization.
• Have Fun in Learning

Methodology

• Interactive presentations and lively lecture sessions
• Group work followed by discussions
• Individual reflection exercises
• Action Plan

Contents

• Defining Diversity
• Diversity Management
• MBTI Test and Application in Managing Diversity
• NLP tools and their Application in Managing Diversity

Expected Outcomes

When you complete the training you will have:

• Deeper understanding of what Diversity is and how does it differ from traditional compliance EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity)
• The business case or rationale for implementing a Diversity Initiative in an organization
• The key components and performance measures of a successful Diversity Initiative.
• The role of senior leadership in implementing a successful organizational diversity initiative.
• Insight and understanding of your Leadership and Communication style with the help of MBTI and NLP tools and techniques.

Target Participants

Senior Professionals from various fields: doctors, engineers, CEOs, Directors and HR Heads, to name a few who have to work with people from diverse backgrounds — cultural, ethnic, social and professional. The program is also of great value for Expatriates working in different and diverse cultural context.