Key Elements of Diversity Management (2cr)

Objective

Having completed this study unit
- You know theories and practices on how to work in culturally and otherwise diverse teams and organizations.
- You know theories and practices on how to contribute, collaborate, communicate and debate in diverse teams
- You recognize the complexities arising from diversity related issues.

Content

Content:
- Diversity dimensions, stereotypes and biases
- Basic concepts of cultural diversity
- Theories and practices of diverse teams and organizations
- Complexities arising from diversity related issues

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass:

Further information

Approved studies can be included in degree studies (Tourism, International Business, Sport Business) at Lapland University of Applied Sciences if the student continues their studies at Lapland UAS later as a degree student.

Execution methods

The studies are virtual studies, where you study independently and complete the necessary assignments at your own pace.

Accomplishment methods

You will receive links to the literature on the theme, which you can study independently. Electronic material is also distributed in the learning environment. You will complete the agreed assignments in a digital environment, and you will receive an assignment if the assignments are acceptable.