Module Descriptors
MANAGING DIVERSITY AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
XXOB60004
Key Facts
Faculty of Business, Education and Law
Level 6
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 30
Independent Study Hours: 120
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 100%
Module Details
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
Module Additional Assessment Details
An individual assignment which critically evaluates a key issue related to equal opportunities or the management of diversity (Tests Learning Outcomes, 1,2,3 and 4)
Word count: 2,500 words 100%
Word count: 2,500 words 100%
Module Learning Strategies
Lectures, tutorials, case studies, videos, an examination of relevant texts and representations, tutor-led discussions, group discussions and research.
The learning strategy for the module requires students to commit 150 learning hours (including assessment) of this there will be 30 hours of class support and 120 hours of independent and self directed study. Support will also be given by access to Scheduled Tutor Office Hours to support the module.
Learning support material will be provided for the module.
6 hours of lectures/large group based activity
12 hours of formal lectures
12 hours of tutor led activity - workshops and case study activity
The learning strategy for the module requires students to commit 150 learning hours (including assessment) of this there will be 30 hours of class support and 120 hours of independent and self directed study. Support will also be given by access to Scheduled Tutor Office Hours to support the module.
Learning support material will be provided for the module.
6 hours of lectures/large group based activity
12 hours of formal lectures
12 hours of tutor led activity - workshops and case study activity
Module Resources
Library services, internet, website links, lecture notes, case studies, recommended texts, tutorials
Module Texts
A range of texts will be used and a reading list will be issued with the module handbook