The course involves developing a real case study in collaboration with organizations. Students will address diversity-related issues presented by organizations and work on them throughout the semester. Final presentations will occur at a closing event. Sessions include targeted content inputs and supervised group work.

Students will:

• Understand diversity-related issues in organizational contexts.
• Apply organizational analysis methods and critical thinking skills.
• Develop recommendations for integrating diversity management strategies.
• Present findings using theoretical and conceptual frameworks.

Attendance is mandatory.

• Absences up to 20% of the course duration can be compensated through additional assignments, provided there is a valid reason.
• Absences exceeding 20% require course repetition.
• Significant reasons for absence include illness, accidents, or family emergencies (proof may be required).
• Professional commitments are not valid reasons.

Teaching/Learning Methods

• Organization presentations
• Brief lectures
• Group work
• Coaching and supervision of process
• Presentations and plenary discussions

Assessment

• Mid-term Presentation: 25 points
• Final Presentation of Team Project: 30 points
• Report (2500 – 3000 words): 30 points
• Q&A during Presentations: 5 points
• Self-reflection: 10 points

Prerequisites for Participation

• Completion of the following course:
• Basic Course

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