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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Equality, Diversity and Inclusion | |||
| Reference | BSM851 | Version | 2 |
| Created | January 2024 | SCQF Level | SCQF 11 |
| Approved | February 2022 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | March 2024 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| The aim of this module is to provide a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of research and practice on managing diversity and inclusion in organisations. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | To appraise academic literature on the experience and management of diversity and inclusion in organisations. |
| 2 | To analyse occupational segregation and/or the inequalities individuals and/or groups can face at work. |
| 3 | To apply relevant diversity and inclusions concepts, theories and models to organisational contexts. |
| 4 | To explain legislative principles underpinning contemporary approaches to managing diversity and inclusion. |
| 5 | To evaluate organisational diversity and inclusion approaches. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| Diversity and inclusion frameworks; segregation, inequality; categorisations; intersectionality; implementation |
| Module Delivery |
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| This module is delivered for on campus students via a series of interactive live lectures and tutorials in addition to pre-recorded content. The live sessions are student-led and often require group work to analyse case studies. Students are also required to undertake directed and independent self-study. Online students will have access to a range of materials and tools to facilitate their learning including topic guides, recorded lectures, online tutorials, exercises, group-work areas and discussion forums. In addition to the sessions with a tutor, online quizzes and knowledge checkers may be used to assist online learners to benchmark their knowledge as they go. External speakers may also be used to further contextualise the module content. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 36 | 36 |
| Non-Contact Hours | 114 | 114 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | 150 |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
| Description: | Structured coursework addressing assignment brief | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| Component 1 comprises 100% of the module grade. To pass the module, a D grade is required. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | A |
| B | B |
| C | C |
| D | D |
| E | E |
| F | F |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None |
| Corequisites for module | None |
| Precluded Modules | None |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | KIRTON, G. and GREENE, A.M., 2015. The Dynamics of Managing Diversity: A Critical Approach. 4th ed. Abingdon: Routledge. |
| 2 | KUMRA, S. and MANFREDI, S., 2012. Managing Equality and Diversity. Theory and practice. Oxford: Oxford University Press. |
| 3 | OZBILGIN, M., 2024. Diversity: A Key Idea for Business and Society. 2nd ed. Abingdon: Routledge. |
| 4 | SYED, J. and OZBILGIN, M., eds., 2020. Managing Diversity and Inclusion: An International Perspective. 2nd ed. London: Sage. |