Do you think it is a good idea for companies like Marriott International to consider diversity issues when making hiring and promotion decisions, or should these decisions always be made based solely on who is the most qualified person for a job in terms of education, experience, and relevant knowledge and skills?

Do you think it is a good idea for companies like Marriott International to consider diversity issues when making hiring and promotion decisions, or should these decisions always be made based solely on who is the most qualified person for a job in terms of education, experience, and relevant knowledge and skills?

Principles of Management

OER 2019th Edition

ISBN:9780998625768

Author:OpenStax

Publisher:OpenStax

Chapter12: Diversity In Organizations

Section12.7: Recommendations For Managing Diversity

Problem 3DQ: How would you determine what types of diversity training are needed at your company?

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