Module Descriptors
MANAGING DIVERSITY AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
ORGB50359
Key Facts
School of Justice, Security and Sustainability
Level 5
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Judith Rimmer
Email: J.R.Rimmer@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 24
Independent Study Hours: 126
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
A work based assignment evaluating a key issue related to equal opportunities, the representation of a minority group or the management of diversity (2,000 words) (100%) (Learning Outcomes 1 - 4)
Module Texts
Cornelius, N. Eds. (2002) Building Workplace Equality: Ethics, Diversity and Inclusion Thomson
Daniels, K. and Macdonald, L. (2005) Equality, Diversity and Discrimination CIPD.
Kandola, R. and Fullerton, J. (2003) Diversity in Action: Managing the Mosaic CIPD
Kirton, G. and Greene, A. (2009) The Dynamics of Managing Diversity 3rd Edition. Butterworth Heinemann.
Daniels, K. and Macdonald, L. (2005) Equality, Diversity and Discrimination CIPD.
Kandola, R. and Fullerton, J. (2003) Diversity in Action: Managing the Mosaic CIPD
Kirton, G. and Greene, A. (2009) The Dynamics of Managing Diversity 3rd Edition. Butterworth Heinemann.
Module Resources
Staffordshire University electronic resources and off-campus library facilities
Blackboard website
The following websites may be of use:
http://www.equalityhumanrights.com/
http://www.etuc.org/
http://www.cipd.co.uk
http://www.coe.int/t/commissioner/default_en.asp
http://www.businesslink.gov.uk/bdotg/action/home
http://www.bis.gov.uk/
Blackboard website
The following websites may be of use:
http://www.equalityhumanrights.com/
http://www.etuc.org/
http://www.cipd.co.uk
http://www.coe.int/t/commissioner/default_en.asp
http://www.businesslink.gov.uk/bdotg/action/home
http://www.bis.gov.uk/
Module Learning Strategies
The learning strategy for this module requires students to commit 150 learning hours (including assessment). This will include 24 hours of class support and 126 hours of independent and self directed study.
The class sessions will include formal lecture, student exercises, case study analysis and group discussions based on student experiences in the subject area. Students will be encouraged to integrate their work based experiences with new knowledge and skills developed in the classroom as the module progresses.
The class sessions will include formal lecture, student exercises, case study analysis and group discussions based on student experiences in the subject area. Students will be encouraged to integrate their work based experiences with new knowledge and skills developed in the classroom as the module progresses.
Module Indicative Content
The negative effects of discriminatory treatment on employee morale and organisational performance.
The relationship between the management of diversity and equality and general management practice.
An examination of the social, political and legal aspects affecting equal opportunities and diversity management.
The specific legislation and key case law - UK and European Union.
The nature of direct and indirect discrimination, their avoidance in good practice (eg in fair and efficient selection procedures).
The role of statutory and other organisations concerned with the management of equality and how they relate to relevant legislation.
Looking at the ways in which media representations can lead to stereotypical behaviours that work against minority groups.
Examining case studies of organisations where issues relating to discrimination have been identified.
Managing equality and diversity in a global context.
Theorizing labour market segmentation and identity issues.
The role and function of personnel practitioners at all levels within the organisation in the development, promotion and monitoring of equality and diversity management.
The relationship between the management of diversity and equality and general management practice.
An examination of the social, political and legal aspects affecting equal opportunities and diversity management.
The specific legislation and key case law - UK and European Union.
The nature of direct and indirect discrimination, their avoidance in good practice (eg in fair and efficient selection procedures).
The role of statutory and other organisations concerned with the management of equality and how they relate to relevant legislation.
Looking at the ways in which media representations can lead to stereotypical behaviours that work against minority groups.
Examining case studies of organisations where issues relating to discrimination have been identified.
Managing equality and diversity in a global context.
Theorizing labour market segmentation and identity issues.
The role and function of personnel practitioners at all levels within the organisation in the development, promotion and monitoring of equality and diversity management.