Diversity Application - Associates
Total Time in the Classroom is 1 Hour
Course Description
Cultural shock is experienced anytime someone is introduced to a new environment or introduce to people considered to be ‘different’. This program deals with understanding cultural differences and helps one to overcome cultural and communication barriers. However, there are more similarities than differences…! All associates, no matter what their background, want to:
1. Do a good job
2. Improve their standard of living
3. Understand what is expected at the workplace
4. Continually learn
5. Be productive members of society, and
6. Provide for their family
1. Do a good job
2. Improve their standard of living
3. Understand what is expected at the workplace
4. Continually learn
5. Be productive members of society, and
6. Provide for their family
Method of Instruction
The program involves viewing DVD vignettes allowing team members to assess their skills in dealing with a diverse team. Hand-outs will be provided emphasizing the value of diversity and how the diverse work environment can benefit the overall organization. In the final analysis, the same coin is looked at but different sides of it.
Benefits
Team members will improve their comfort level and communication with all groups working in the organization. The vehicle is communication - effective communication.