Diversity Management in Workplace

 

Diversity Management in Workplace


Introduction

Diversity management is a critical aspect of Human Resource Management (HRM) that focuses on creating an inclusive work environment where individuals from diverse backgrounds feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.

Types of Diversity Management

Intranational diversity management

Managing a workforce made up of citizens or immigrants within a single country is known as intranational diversity management. The goal of diversity initiatives is to give recent immigrants and members of underrepresented groups job opportunities.

Cross-national diversity management

Managing an international or cross-national workforce of people is known as cross-national diversity management. Immigrants looking for work from other nations might also be involved.

Advantages of Diversity Management Program

Diversity can be used as a kind of strategy to give a company a competitive edge in the highly competitive market.

  1.  Improved and enhanced competencies in terms of customer services. 
  2. Able to compile and improve the strength of customer intelligence.
  3.  Ability to operate effectively as well as efficiently in a global context
  4. Able to produce more satisfied workforce, and thus leading to more productive workforce
  5.  Effective managing of diversity enables reduction in industrial disputes
  6. Diverse workforce can lead to increased creativity and innovation
  7. Having better chance to attract higher quality employees from a larger pool of employees

 Disadvantages of Diversity Management Program

Just as harmful to the organization as excessively integrated homogenous units can be poorly integrated heterogeneous groupings. It seems that managing diversity is an art, and while it can have a positive impact on a company's strategic management picture, it is not always straightforward to execute. Furthermore, regrettably, there is evidence that diversity can have a negative impact on businesses.

 Tips for managing workplace diversity

ü  PRIORITIZE COMMUNICATION

ü  TREAT EACH EMPLOYEE AS AN INDIVIDUAL

ü  ENCOURAGE EMPLOYEES TO WORK IN DIVERSE GROUPS

ü  BASE STANDARDS ON OBJECTIVE CRITERIA

ü  BE OPEN-MINDED

ü  HIRING

Conclusion

Diversity management is an ongoing process that requires commitment, leadership, and collaboration across the organization. By prioritizing diversity and inclusion, HRM can create a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to the organization's success.

References

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HIBOB. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.hibob.com/hr-glossary/diversity-management/

MBA KNOWLADGE BASE. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.mbaknol.com/human-resource-management/diversity-management/

PEOPLESCOUT. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.peoplescout.com/insights/managing-diversity-in-workplace/

 

Comments

  1. SASIKA RAJAPAKSHEApril 16, 2024 at 10:36 AM

    This blog provides a summary of workplace diversity management, discussing its various forms, benefits, drawbacks, and advice for successful implementation. It emphasizes individual care, communication, and objective standards for an inclusive workplace.

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