Welcome to the Undergraduate Programme in Workplace Discrimination and Harassment, where we empower you to tackle systemic issues and create inclusive work environments. This transformative program equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to recognize, address, and prevent discrimination and harassment in the workplace effectively.
**Curriculum Overview:
Our curriculum is meticulously crafted to cover a wide range of key modules that delve into the complexities of workplace discrimination and harassment, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of these critical issues.
1. Understanding Discrimination and Harassment: This foundational module provides a deep dive into the concepts of discrimination and harassment in the workplace. Explore the various forms of discrimination, including gender, race, age, disability, and LGBTQ+ discrimination, and learn how to identify and address these issues effectively.
2. Legal Framework and Compliance: Gain insights into the legal framework surrounding workplace discrimination and harassment. Understand relevant legislation, regulations, and case law, and learn how to ensure compliance with anti-discrimination laws and regulations to mitigate legal risks for organizations.
3. Creating Inclusive Work Environments: Explore strategies for promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Learn how to foster a culture of respect and belonging, implement inclusive policies and practices, and leverage diversity as a strength to drive innovation and organizational success.
4. Preventing and Responding to Discrimination and Harassment: Equip yourself with practical skills for preventing and addressing discrimination and harassment in the workplace. Learn how to conduct investigations, handle complaints, provide support to victims, and implement effective prevention strategies to create safer and more inclusive work environments.
5. Training and Education: Understand the importance of ongoing training and education in combating workplace discrimination and harassment. Explore best practices for delivering training programs, raising awareness, and promoting a culture of accountability and allyship among employees.
6. Intersectionality and Multiple Identities: Examine the intersecting nature of discrimination and harassment based on multiple identities, such as race, gender, sexuality, and disability. Gain a nuanced understanding of how individuals experience discrimination differently based on intersecting identities and learn how to address these complex dynamics in the workplace.
7. Organizational Policies and Practices: Dive into the development and implementation of effective organizational policies and practices to prevent and address discrimination and harassment. Explore topics such as reporting mechanisms, confidentiality protocols, disciplinary procedures, and measures for monitoring and evaluating policy effectiveness.
Throughout the program, you'll engage in interactive lectures, case studies, role-playing exercises, and real-world projects that foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and empathy. Our experienced faculty members bring a wealth of expertise from diverse backgrounds, including law, human resources, psychology, and sociology, ensuring a rich and immersive learning experience.
By the end of the programme, you'll emerge as a knowledgeable and empowered advocate for workplace equality and inclusion, ready to effect positive change in your organization and beyond. Join us on this journey towards creating more equitable and respectful workplaces for all.
