Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
- Start Date: 05 Jun, 2023
- 3 weeks
- Study Content: Videos
Understand the importance of diversity and inclusion to combat underrepresentation in construction and the built environment.
Course Fee: Free
Certificate Cost: See Fees and Eligibility
Course Description
This course is made available through the eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn partnership.
Build a more equal and inclusive construction sector
To create buildings, spaces, and landscapes that meet the needs of all communities, we need a sector capable of understanding these needs. Research has shown that diverse organisations are more receptive and better able to innovate for their clients.
On this three-week course from the Chartered Institute of Building, you’ll understand the importance of promoting diversity and inclusion in the built environment, and learn what you can do to combat underrepresentation in the sector.
Understand the benefits of diversity and inclusion
Diversity and inclusion does not only benefit individuals affected by underrepresentation. It can also help to drive an organisation’s creativity, productivity, and profitability.
You’ll start the course by exploring the benefits of widening representation. From business performance to ethical objectives, you’ll understand why diversity and inclusion matters for the built environment sector.
Examine barriers to representation in the built environment sector
Despite significant progress over the past two decades, the built environment sector remains a male-dominated industry, without consistent representation of all global communities.
In the second week of the course, you’ll consider the state of play for diversity within the sector. Examining current statistics, you’ll take a closer look at ongoing barriers to representation and inclusion.
Learn what you can do to make your own workplace inclusive
Once you’ve understood why diversity matters, you can begin reflecting on the best ways of promoting it. Building on practical case studies, you’ll discuss strategies for limiting bias and creating an inclusive workplace.
By the end of the course, you’ll be prepared to tackle underrepresentation in your own organisation.
This course is designed for professionals working at all levels and in any area of the built environment sector.
Learners just need an interest in learning more about diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to addressing underrepresentation within the industry.
Certificate cost may vary. You will be redirected to the host page for cost and payment options.
Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
This university is part of the partnership between eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn.
This institution is available on eLearnAfrica through partnership with FutureLearn.
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