Description
Course Description
This free course introduces you to the benefits and complexities of developing and supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce. It explores the positive impact of diversity on staff wellbeing and innovation within an organization, enhancing a company’s competitive advantage and aligning with its social responsibilities.
| Course learning outcomes |
After studying this course, you should be able to:
- recognise the value of a diverse workplace and the potential benefits to both individuals and organisations
- identify a range of diversity characteristics and better understand discrimination in context
- consider barriers to effective diversity and inclusion, and describe the skills and strategies needed to overcome them
- explore strategies for recruiting and retaining staff, and for creating an inclusive culture that supports career progression
- reflect on personal experiences and potential biases, identifying individual and organizational goals to enhance workplace culture and productivity.
Diversity and inclusion in the workplace
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About this course
| ⌚️24 hours study |
| 🏅Level 1: Introductory |
Course rewards
 Free statement of participation on completion of these courses. |
 Earn a free Open University digital badge if you complete this course, to display and share your achievement. |
Benefits of diversity and inclusion at work
Diversity and inclusion aren’t just about checking boxes or hosting one-off lunch-and-learns. When done right, they create something deeper — a sense of belonging that makes people want to stay, contribute, and enjoy showing up to work. Bonus: they also happen to be really good for business. Here’s why:
✅ Bigger talent pool
✅ Increased engagement & trust
✅ New perspectives & innovation
✅ Improved performance & stronger business results
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