Discrimination and Inclusion

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What is one of the powers of unions?

Fire employees

Hire new employees

Determine salaries for employees

Negotiate and bargain collectively on behalf of their members (correct)

Technical skills are considered as soft skills.

False

What is the difference between skills and competencies?

Skills are specific duties or expertise, whereas competencies include a combination of skills, knowledge, and behaviors.

Core competencies are fundamental attributes that are essential for all employees in an organization, such as ______________ and professionalism.

integrity Signup and view all the answers

What type of skills include abilities such as communication and teamwork?

Soft skills Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of skills and competencies with their definition:

Technical skills = Specific duties or expertise that an individual can develop and demonstrate Soft skills = Abilities such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and time management Core competencies = Fundamental attributes that are essential for all employees in an organization Role-specific competencies = Attributes that are necessary for specific roles Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the consequences of discrimination in the workplace?

Decreased productivity Signup and view all the answers

Unions only focus on worker rights and do not engage in broader social and economic issues.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of diversity in the workplace?

Innovation and better decision-making Signup and view all the answers

Discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, disability, or other protected characteristics is fundamentally ______________.

unfair and unjust Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of unions in the workplace?

Negotiating on behalf of their members for fair wages and benefits Signup and view all the answers

Discrimination is legal in many countries.

False Signup and view all the answers

Match the following consequences of discrimination with their corresponding effects:

Harms employee morale and productivity = Decreased morale, increased absenteeism, and reduced productivity Legal consequences = Lawsuits, fines, and reputational damage Negative impact on organization reputation = Loss of customers, partners, and investors Undermines diversity and inclusion = Excluding or marginalizing certain groups of people Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the ways unions promote safe work conditions?

By pushing for better health and safety standards Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Discrimination

Violates ethical and moral principles, as it is fundamentally unfair and unjust, going against the principles of equality, respect, and human dignity
Results in the exclusion or marginalization of certain groups, undermining diversity and inclusion, which leads to a loss of innovation and better decision-making
Harms employee morale and productivity, creating a toxic work environment, and decreases productivity
Has legal consequences, such as lawsuits, fines, and reputational damage, as it is illegal in many countries
Negatively impacts an organization's reputation, making it difficult to attract and retain top talent, and leading to a loss of customers, partners, and investors

Unions

Advocate for worker rights, negotiating fair wages, benefits, and working conditions on behalf of their members
Promote safe work conditions, reducing accidents, injuries, and occupational hazards
Protect against unfair treatment, providing a platform for employees to address grievances and preventing wrongful termination, discrimination, and harassment
Enhance job security, protecting employees from arbitrary layoffs and ensuring job security
Contribute to social and economic justice, advocating for policies that benefit the working class, such as minimum wage, social security, and healthcare reforms, and reducing income inequality

Power of Unions

Have the power to negotiate and bargain collectively on behalf of their members, advocating for better wages, benefits, working conditions, and job security
Serve as representatives and advocates for workers, protecting their rights and interests

Skills and Competencies

Skills are specific duties or expertise that an individual can develop and demonstrate, and can be technical or soft skills
Competencies are broader than skills, encompassing a combination of skills, knowledge, and behaviors that contribute to effective performance in a job or role
Competencies are divided into core competencies and role-specific competencies

Types of Skills and Competencies

Technical skills include programming, data analysis, graphic design, and accounting
Soft skills include communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and time management
Core competencies include fundamental attributes that are essential for all employees in an organization, such as integrity, professionalism, and customer focus
Role-specific competencies include attributes that are necessary for specific roles, such as leadership, strategic thinking, and technical expertise