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BUS MNGT 221-01 Ch.4
Definition | Terms |
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The way in which people in an organization are different from and similar to one another. | Workforce diversity |
Easily perceived differences that may trigger certain stereotypes, but do not necessarily reflect the ways people think or feel. | surface- level diversity |
Deep-level diversity | Differences in values, personality, and work preferences. |
Race | Biological heritage (including skin color and associated traits) that people use to identify themselves. |
Ethnicity | Social traits (such as cultural background or allegiance) that are shared by a human population. |
Bias | Tendency or preference toward a particular perspective or ideology. |
Prejudice | Preconceived belief, opinion, or judgement toward a person or a group of people. |
Stereotyping | Judging a person based on a prejudicial perception of a group to which that person belongs. |
Discrimination | When someone acts out their prejudicial attitudes toward people who are the targets of their prejudice. |
Glass ceiling | Invisible barrier that separates women and minorities from top management positions. |
Mentoring | Process whereby an experienced organizational member (mentor) provides advice and guidance to a less-experienced member (protege). |
Diversity Skills Training | Specialized training to educate employees |
Employee resource groups | Groups made up of employees connected by some common dimension of diversity. |