The purpose of this course is to assist women and men to develop an understanding of the role of gender in their future as managers and colleagues in the business environment and in their personal lives through a highly interactive classroom setting. It will examine current organizational demographics, current research, and best organizational practices with respect to the management of gender related issues, leadership, and communication similarities and differences between women and men, mentoring, work and family issues, and sexuality in the workplace. The history and societal norms and expectations about gender will also be examined to broaden understanding of the context of the managerial role. PREREQUISITE This course is restricted to students enrolled in the 3rd or 4th year of their Program.
