HDS210 - Diversity At Work
Unit details
| Enrolment modes: | (B, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | K Murfitt (B) |
| Contact hours: | Average of 3 hours |
Note:Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
The unit aims to provide students with an ecological framework with which to explore values and practices that promote diverse and inclusive workplaces. Students will be provided with information on models of best practice with particular emphasis placed on two groups traditionally marginalised from employment: older workers and those who have a disability.
Topics to be addressed in this unit include: demographic trends and implications for employment, diversity and organisations of choice, strategies for promoting organisational diversity, the concept of work ability and its importance for an ageing workforce, strategies for promoting work ability, equal opportunity, discrimination, multidimensional approach to assessment, transition to employment, job-match, person-environment fit and program-environment fit and strategies that promote employer satisfaction with employees who have a disability.
Assessment
Assignment (2000 words) 50%, examination (2 hours) 50%
Prescribed texts
Mor Barak, M. E. (2005). Managing diversity: Toward a globally inclusive workplace.CA: Sage Publications.
Deakin University. (2011). Diversity at work: Study guide. Geelong: Deakin University.
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $733 | $733 | $2192 | $2359 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.