International Human Resource Management & Development MSc
Managing Diversity and Inclusion MGT5348
- Academic Session: 2026-27
- School: Adam Smith Business School
- Credits: 10
- Level: Level 5 (SCQF level 11)
- Typically Offered: Semester 2
- Available to Visiting Students: No
- Collaborative Online International Learning: No
- Curriculum For Life: No
Short Description
This course aims to examine relevant research, as well as current policies and practices, being adopted by organisations to manage diversity and inclusion. It aims to introduce current research on the topic, give an overview of anti-discrimination legislation, and examine the nature and effectiveness of organisational policies and practices related to diversity and inclusion.
Timetable
5 x 2 hour lectures
4 x 1 hour workshops
Excluded Courses
None
Co-requisites
None
Assessment
1. Written assignment, including essay; Individual; 1700 words; 100%; ILOs 1-4.
Course Aims
This course aims:
■ To examine relevant research, as well as current policies and practices being adopted by organizations to manage diversity and inclusion.
■ To raise awareness of the law on diversity, current research on the topic and discuss the potential barriers hampering equality of opportunity for both men and women.
■ To examine current good strategies and practices related to the management of diversity and potential outcomes for organisations.
Intended Learning Outcomes of Course
By the end of this course students will be able to:
1. Evaluate and critically apply key theories of managing organisational diversity and inclusion to practice.
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2. Demonstrate knowledge of current law and how it informs organisational policy and practice.
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3. Analyse how organisational structures and practices shape diversity and inclusion.
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