Open University Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace (Improver)

Do you feel concerned about a lack of diversity in your workplace? Could your organisation be doing more to support diversity and inclusion? Would you like to feel more personally informed and have greater confidence when discussing these topics?

This free course introduces you to the benefits and complexities of developing and supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce. It explores the positive impact of diversity on staff wellbeing and innovation within an organisation, enhancing a company’s competitive advantage and aligning with its social responsibilities. Recognising and understanding the challenges to achieving diversity goals, this course also provides practical ideas and approaches to recruitment and retention, and embedding diversity and inclusivity into workplace culture. Throughout the course, there will be opportunities to learn from those who have taken a lead in this area and to consider how you might implement their ideas and initiatives in your own context, both at a personal and organisational level.

One thought leader you’ll hear from at regular intervals is Asif Sadiq MBE, Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at Warner Bros. Discovery. His long and rich career in the diversity and inclusion space, including senior executive roles at Adidas, EY Financial Services and the City of London Police, mean that his short videos are packed with valuable observations and advice to enhance your learning journey. Look out for them!