CMI Level 7 Strategic Approaches to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Research shows that workplace equality, diversity and inclusion lead to more supportive, innovative organisations – yet research also shows that 80% of organisations regard their inclusion strategy as ineffective.

This training course equips senior leaders and managers to bridge this gap, by providing the knowledge and tools for implementing inclusion policies which are both effective and aligned to strategic objectives.

From best practices to legal frameworks and data-driven strategic priorities, the course ensures that managers know how to actualise their inclusion aspirations.

Overview

Held over three days, the course begins by examining workplace inequality, covering institutional barriers, biases and attitudes.

Participants will have the chance to explore inclusion in their own organisational context, along with the business case for equality.

Focus will then be placed on developing strategic approaches to equality, diversity and inclusion, from appraising data to monitoring, reviewing and embedding strategic equality objectives.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand equality, diversity and inclusion at a strategic level

• Critically assess structural inequality within an organisational and societal context

• Examine approaches to comply with legal and good practice requirements

• Appraise the influence of equality, diversity and inclusion on strategic objectives

• Develop strategic priorities for equality, diversity and inclusion

To provide a fully immersive study experience, this course will be led by experts with a wealth of professional experience and in-depth knowledge of the field.

Sessions will be held each day, providing peer-to-peer exchanges and interactive discussions with the subject matter experts on content, techniques and case studies.

To ensure a varied and engaging learning experience, the course will delivered as blend of workshop activities, group exercises, presentations and self-reflective materials.

As a CMI Level 7 course, this training is designed for individuals who are responsible for translating organisational strategy into effective performance.

Aimed at senior managers, the course is ideal for regional, specialist, director or CEO management roles and business owners.