GM643 Multicultural Perspectives (3 cr.)

This course focuses on how diversity of all kinds influences both organizational behavior and outcomes. The place of culture in society, the marketplace, and the workplace is examined. The importance of cultural competence is explored along with the knowledge and skills needed to work with, manage, and serve diverse groups of stakeholders.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify the wide spectrum of differences included in the definitions of diversity and multiculturalism.
2. Analyze personal cultural identity, background, and biases, and how they may influence interaction with diverse stakeholders.
3. Demonstrate the ability to articulate, and analyze opportunities for applying cultural competencies in order to create greater organizational inclusion.
4. Plan for the evaluation of cultural competence initiatives and the resulting effect on organizational behavior, work productivity, and products.