Diversity Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate (Online at your own pace)
75% of the world’s major conflicts have a cultural dimension and the culture sector now accounts for 6.1% of the global economy. The United Nations reports that creative and cultural industries (CCI) generate annual revenues of US$ 2,250 billion and nearly 30 million jobs worldwide, employing more people aged 15 to 29 than any other sector. To improve diversity, achieve equity, and foster inclusion one must be intentional, consistent, and courageous.
LERN’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the Workplace Certificate focuses on improving cultural competence and encourages continuous learning. Students will gain a better understanding of DEI.
Courses:
- What is DEI?
- Inclusive Communication
- DEI and Organizational Success
Courses are online and asynchronous, meaning students may login to the classroom anytime during the course session, day or night, 24/7. For more information, go to our Online Professional Development Certificates & Courses FAQ
Class Details:
| What is DEI? | ||
Unit 1: Diversity
Understanding the different ways diversity may present in the workplace How diversity benefits your work team Overcoming challengers related to diversity |
Unit 2: Equity
Differentiate between equity and equality How to make an impact as an individual contributor
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Unit 3: Inclusion
Promoting a sense of belonging in the office measuring the inclusivity of your workplace Diversity wins: How inclusion matters |
Unit 4: Justice
Why justice is difficult to achieve What is allyship and how you can get involved "Isms" in society: racism, classism, sexism |
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| Inclusive Communication | ||
Unit 1: Cultural Differences in Communication
Understanding the beauty in language Examples of cultural differences in communication How to manage cultural differences in the workplace |
Unit 2: Conversation About Race in the Workplace
What is color-blind ideology and how it harms DEI How to start conversations about race Resources to increase racial literacy |
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Unit 3: Having Uncomfortable Conversations
What to do if conversations become uncomfortable Intentional harm verses unintentional harm How to prevent a communication crisis |
Unit 4: Communication that Supports Social Identities
Using cultural communication to build positive professional relationships Cultural differences in Body Language Nonverbal Communication |
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| DEI and Organizational Success | ||
Unit 1: Unconscious Bias and Cultural Competence
Intentionally counteracting stereotypes Dismissing the idea that normativity is set by the majority Cultural competence as continuous learning |
Unit 2: The Multi-Generational Workforce
Understanding the benefits of a multi-generational team Identifying and utilizing the strengths of your team members What Gen Z and Millennials expect in workplace |
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Unit 3: DEI Best Practices
Top 10 DEI best practices Determining if your organization should have a DEI Officer What's next for DEI? |
Unit 4: Supervising in a Diverse Workplace
Ensuring and supporting accessibility for all employees How to tackle microaggressions effectively and efficiently Being an inclusive leader |
Jermaine Dykes
Jermaine Dykes is a Director of Project Management with over 15years of Project Management experience. He has expertise in Project /Program Management and have shepherd projects that has encompassed $5M-$10M budgets in sectors including Government, Gaming, Education, and Finance. Jermaine excels in focusing his teams on delivering value, especially in a fast-paced environment.
He is also a professor teaching in Project Management, Marketing, Information Technology and Business Management programs. Mr. Dykes is a guest speaker for numerous Leadership and Project Management conferences.
His board chairmanships include current Vice President of Membership Project Management Institute Las Vegas Nevada, Chairman of the Citizen Advisory Economic Redevelopment for Downtown area Las Vegas, Nevada. He is past president of International Institute of Business Analysis Las Vegas Chapter. Jermaine received his B.A. degree in Information Technology, and an MBA with Information Technology specialization.
Travette Webster
Travette A. Webster serves as LERN’s Director of Communications and comes with an abundance of experience successfully promoting continuing education and lifelong learning programs through various social mediums. For over 15 years, she has worked with individuals and organizations to create and publish content on various social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, Snapchat, Tik Tok, and many others. Through robust social media engagement, Travette has helped companies to identify and grow market segments, build brand awareness, and increase customer conversion. She holds a Master of Business Administration from Prairie View A&M University, with an additional focus on Organizational Design and Behavior.
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Online registration is overInstructors:
- Jermaine Dykes
- Travette Webster
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