Everyone knows less than they think they know because the world is more complex than people generally understand. Complexity is more complex than human beings could even now begin to manage if they actually recognized how complex even the simplest things on planet earth actually are, even if people thought they understood what they do not understand due to the complexity of the really complex stuff they do not even recognize. Do you understand this? Or do you have to think about it because it is complex? If you think this is complex, don’t pursue molecular astrophysics, if there is such a thing. I am not sure; it sound complex. — Ray Newkirk
Diversity & Globalization
DG-1: Navigating the Storm of Globalization to a Safe Harbor
Globalization requires managers to navigate a range of unfamiliar psychological complexities to remain competitive. Exploring the psychology of global work behavior, we examine the impact of diversity on the planning of change and the integration of diverse work groups to build group competence. We also explore the challenges of professional standards in globalization and the ethical, legal, social, and justice impacts.
DG-2: Finding Enrichment in the Culturally Diverse Team
Multiculturalism, ethnicity, and diversity are the new concerns of many managers. Leading culturally diverse organizations is counterintuitive. Identifying the challenges and opportunities of culturally diverse teams, we overcome the myths that reduce their effectiveness. We assess the range of cultural diversity, examine the limits and goals of multicultural groups, and learn how to respond to the different cultures forming diverse teams.
Module Diversity increasingly impacts management thinking and practice. Enabled by a personal strategic vision, we learn to lead culturally diverse groups to greater achievement and explore the concept of multicultural awareness to capture more potent strategic opportunities. We also build our own roadmap for transforming the challenge of diversity into opportunities for professional growth.
“Managers and leaders do different things sometimes. Fundamentally, management has a different charter than Leadership. Both succeed or fail because of the community of mind they cultivate and influence in response to specific tasks and schedules.”
— Ray Newkirk