A top-rated introduction to diversity and inclusion from ESSEC Business School on Coursera (Junko Takagi). It builds awareness of diversity issues and the practical steps organisations take to become more inclusive. Accessible and well-regarded — a solid grounding for managers and employees who want to understand D&I properly.
Good for: A well-regarded introduction to workplace diversity and inclusion.
Less suitable if: You want a deep D&I-practitioner or policy-design course.
Skills you'll gain
Diversity and inclusionWorkplace cultureUnconscious biasInclusive leadershipPeople management
Is this course right for you?
A good fit if you…
You want to understand D&I properly
You are a manager or employee
You want a credible, accessible intro
Consider something else if you…
You want a D&I-practitioner deep dive
You want policy-design detail
You already lead D&I work
Requirements: None.
Realistic time: Around 8–12 hours.
About this course
Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace is a top-rated introduction to D&I from ESSEC Business School and instructor Junko Takagi. It builds awareness of diversity issues and the practical steps organisations take to be more inclusive — useful whether you're early in your career or simply want to understand the topic better.
What you'll learn
Understand key diversity and inclusion concepts
Recognise diversity issues in the workplace
Learn what inclusive organisations do differently
Compare D&I initiatives across countries
Describe diversity and inclusion best practices
Increase your own awareness and sensitivity
This course includes
Yes
Certificate
Yes
Mobile access
English
Language
What it costs
You can audit the course free on Coursera. A certificate needs a Coursera subscription (about $49/month) or Coursera Plus, with financial aid available.
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Junko Takagi
Coursera instructor
Junko Takagi is a professor at ESSEC Business School in France, where she leads work on diversity and inclusion. The course reflects an international, research-informed perspective on workplace D&I.