Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategy
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has been a topic of interest for professionals for many years, but the field is constantly evolving. Proverbs University is excited to announce a new certification program for DEI practitioners. If you have the interest or the responsibility for creating and implementing DEI strategy within your organization or your client-base, this certification is for you.
The DEI strategy certification will equip you with the language, knowledge, and tools to create an organically inclusive workforce where employees feel a great sense of belonging regardless of their role within the company. Upon completion of this program, learners will earn the Certified Practitioner in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy (CP-DEI™) credential designation. The modules below are covered in the program.
The Case for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Explore the historical and contemporary work and challenges of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Using Data to Paint a Realistic Starting Point
Create a data-driven DEI strategy to help your organization mirror the market of both internal and external customers.
Expanding Cultural Competence
Learn best practices for working and winning in cross-cultural situations.
The Need for Strategy
Discover the common pitfalls of DEI work in organizational settings and the components of an effective strategy to move DEI initiatives forward.
Aligning DEI Work with Organizational Strategy
Create greater efficiency in your business operations by intentionally infusing DEI work in the areas that matter most.
Creating Psychological Safety
Improve teamwork and collaboration through the art of interpersonal relationships and communication.
Adopting Empathy and Allyship
Use empathy to build allyship that results in meaningful cross-cultural relationships.
Maximizing DEI with Strategic Programming
Discover how to connect programming and initiatives to your DEI strategy.
Process-Oriented DEI Programming
Explore DEI programming that contributes to greater equity and efficiency within your organization’s processes.
Sponsoring Minorities for Career Advancement
Gain insight on what it means to mentor and sponsor minority groups to support upward and lateral career mobility.
People-Oriented DEI Programming
Explore DEI programming that makes a positive impact on the individuals within your organization.
Product-Oriented DEI Programming
Explore DEI programming that promotes a more inclusive experience for customers who use your company’s products and services.
