Uncovering Unconscious Bias in Recruiting & Interviewing-HR
What you'll learn
- Understand unconscious bias origins and impact.
- Analyze the psychological aspects of bias formation.
- Explore legal and ethical implications of bias.
- Enhance self-awareness to recognize personal biases.
- Examine how bias affects candidate selection.
- Identify bias in various hiring stages.
- Develop strategies to minimize bias in recruitment.
- Implement fair and objective assessment methods.
- Foster inclusive environments for diverse candidates.
- Promote diversity and equity in the workplace.
- Explore successful bias mitigation practices.
- Learn from real-world case studies and examples.
- Create personalized action plans for bias reduction.
- Define steps for continued bias awareness and improvement.
Requirements
- Basic skills and ideas of human resource management and development
Description
Master Course in Uncovering Unconscious Bias in Recruiting & Interviewing (Human Resources)
In today's rapidly changing world, diversity and inclusion have become essential aspects of any successful organization. Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workforce is not just a moral imperative; it's also a strategic advantage. Yet, despite the best intentions, unconscious bias can creep into the hiring process, undermining these efforts. This is where the "Master Course in Uncovering Unconscious Bias in Recruiting & Interviewing 101" comes into play. In this 101 course, we'll explore the significance of this course and its foundational principles.
Understanding Unconscious Bias
Before diving into the course itself, it's important to understand what unconscious bias is. Unconscious bias refers to the attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions in an unconscious manner. These biases can be based on various factors, such as race, gender, age, or other personal characteristics. In the context of recruiting and interviewing, unconscious bias can manifest in the form of preference for candidates who resemble those who currently work in the organization or in making judgments based on stereotypes.
The Master Course in Uncovering Unconscious Bias in Recruiting & Interviewing 101
This course is designed to provide an introductory understanding of unconscious bias in the context of recruitment and interviewing. It's the first step for HR professionals, hiring managers, and recruiters who want to foster diversity and inclusion in their organizations. Here are the key components of the course:
1. Defining Unconscious Bias: Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of what unconscious bias is, its implications, and how it impacts the hiring process.
2. Recognizing Bias: The course helps individuals recognize and identify instances of unconscious bias in real-world recruitment scenarios.
3. Impact on Decision-Making: Participants will learn how unconscious bias affects decision-making, including candidate screening, interviewing, and final selections.
4. Mitigating Bias: Practical strategies and techniques will be shared to mitigate bias during the hiring process, including designing job descriptions, reviewing resumes, and conducting interviews.
5. Inclusive Hiring Practices: The course will introduce participants to inclusive hiring practices, which are designed to attract diverse talent and reduce bias in the recruitment process.
6. Evaluating Diversity Metrics: Understanding how to measure and assess diversity metrics to track progress and adapt strategies as needed.
Why This Course Matters
1. Improved Decision-Making: By recognizing and addressing unconscious bias, organizations can make more objective hiring decisions, resulting in a diverse and innovative workforce.
2. Better Employee Retention: When candidates are hired based on merit rather than bias, they are more likely to thrive in the workplace, leading to increased employee satisfaction and retention.
3. Enhanced Reputation: Companies that actively combat unconscious bias are more likely to be perceived as inclusive and attractive to top talent.
4. Legal Compliance: Unconscious bias in hiring can lead to discrimination claims. This course helps organizations avoid legal pitfalls by adhering to fair hiring practices.
The "Master Course in Uncovering Unconscious Bias in Recruiting & Interviewing 101" is the foundational step towards creating an inclusive, diverse, and forward-thinking workforce. By educating HR professionals, recruiters, and hiring managers about the impact of unconscious bias and providing practical tools to mitigate it, this course helps organizations stay ahead in a rapidly evolving world. In a time when diversity and inclusion are vital for success, it's an investment that pays off not only in terms of better hiring decisions but also in building a stronger and more innovative workforce.
In this master course, I would like to teach the major topics:
Introduction to Unconscious Bias &The Psychology of Bias
Legal and Ethical Considerations and Self-Awareness and Bias
Bias in the Hiring Process
Mitigating Bias in Recruitment
Creating Inclusive Hiring Practices
Best Practices and Case Studies
Action Planning and Next Steps
HR Analytics: Privacy, Bias, and Compliance
Building an Analytics Culture in HR
Ethical Considerations in Future Analytics
Understanding Unconscious Bias
Recognizing Bias in Resume Screening
Addressing Bias in Job Descriptions
Cultural Competency in Recruitment
Bias in Interview Questions
Bias in Candidate Evaluation
Bias in Group Interviews and Panels
Unconscious Bias in Technology and AI
Influence of Unconscious Bias in Offer Decisions
Managing Bias in Virtual Interviews
Creating an Inclusive Employer Brand
Inclusive Onboarding Practices
Bias Awareness Training for Recruiters
Measuring and Monitoring Bias in Recruitment
Unconscious Bias in Leadership Selection
Addressing Microaggressions in Interviews
Overcoming Bias in Internal Promotions
Communicating Bias Reduction Initiatives
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Who this course is for:
- All UG and PG Business, HRM, HRD students, company human resource executives and business leaders
- Interested students to learn the concepts about the Uncovering Unconscious Bias in Recruiting & Interviewing-101
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[1] Enrolled over 618,000 students from 214 countries & 48+ Udemy Business (UFB) Courses for Business Subscription.
[2] Delivered a staggering 4.15 million course enrollments, with 12,430,007 minutes taught Including UFB Courses (Upto May' 2025).
[3] Offered a diverse array of 340 courses, covering Business, General Management, Leadership, IT, Software and Systems, Psychology, Education, and Media Studies.
Credentials and Qualifications of Dr. José:
Dr. José's extensive qualifications showcase his dedication to various fields:
[1] Earned a Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship & Business Management in 2019, contributing to the understanding of business dynamics.
[2] Holds an M.Phil. in Business & General Management, establishing a solid foundation in comprehensive management knowledge.
[3] Completed a Masters in Financial Markets in 2015, demonstrating expertise in financial systems.
[4] Acquired a Masters in Information Technology in 2013, equipping him with technological proficiency.
[5] Achieved a Masters in Human Resource Management (MBA) in 2011, highlighting organizational skills.
[6] Secured a Bachelors in Mathematics in 2009, emphasizing analytical and statistics prowess.
[7] Earned a Diploma in Teacher Education in 2006, showing dedication to education.
This diverse academic background positions Dr. José as a well-rounded and versatile professional.
Teaching Experience:
Dr. José is an accomplished expert with a wealth of teaching and industry experience:
[1] Currently he is working as a Researcher and Professor of Florida Christian University (FCU Online), Orlando, FL.
[2] Serves as a Senior Researcher, Professor, and Subject Matter Expert at UTEL University, Universidad Centro Panamericano de Estudios Superiores - México, IBS-BFSU (International Business School - Beijing Foreign Studies University) China.
[2] Holds the title of Honorary and Visiting Professor at NGCEF Australia, ISCIP Canada, and Judge of the Research center for the Internationalization of companies from emerging economies (I-CEE) & Global Forum on Business Case Study.
[3] Dr. José, Specializes in digital transformation teaching, innovative teaching, and project based strategies for startup teaching in digital platform ecosystems.
Instructional Design and Curriculum Development Experience:
Dr. José's instructional design and curriculum development contributions are noteworthy:
[1] Designed and developed more than 5 specialized Post Graduate Master Degree courses for International Business School - Beijing Foreign Studies University (IBS-BFSU).
[2] Expertise in corporate entrepreneurship, organizational innovation, and learning.
[3] Over 15 years of experience as a business and IT consultant for over 20 successful startup businesses.
[4] Designed, developed, and hosted over 200 corporate business websites since 2007, receiving over 10 awards for graphic and web design.
Interests of Teaching Topics:
Dr. José's teaching interests span a wide range of subjects:
[1] Conducted, supervised, and handled more than 10,000 UG, PG students since 2007.
[2] Led training sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate Master Degree graduates in areas such as Entrepreneurship Development, Business Management, Human Resource Management and Development, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Finance and Financial Markets, Economics, Statistics, Education, Psychology, Leadership and Personal Development, Multimedia, Information Technology, IEEE Domains, and Software Certification Courses.
[3] Regular Keynote Speaker at AEIC China and Whither Our Economies (WoE) Lithuania.
[4] Currently guiding 5 Ph.D. Scholars in Business Administration, Computer Science, and IT Domains.
Certifications, Research and Publications:
Dr. José boasts an impressive list of certifications, research, and publications:
[1] Completed more than 30+ Software, IT, and Business Certifications.
[2] Serves as an Editor of Science Direct PLAS Journal, Ai Scholar China and certified reviewer for several renowned publishers from Springer Nature, Online Wiley, Emerald & SAGE.
[3] Published over 50 research and review articles, 8-12 solo-authored full case studies, 4 book chapters, and numerous book reviews and some listed in WoS & Scopus Listings.
[4] Google Scholar Citation 100+ and Research Gate Score is 270.90 with 54+ Citations, 59,299+ reads, and 27 Research Recommendations.
[5] European Alliance for Innovation (EAI) Score is 16.
Honors and Awards:
Dr. José's accomplishments are celebrated with various honors and awards:
[1] Top Funding Project Writer.
[2] Top Researcher Award 2019-2024.
[3] Best Ph.D. Thesis Award 2018.
[4] Distinguished Young Scientist 2017.
[5] University Topper (2011-2012).
[6] Seven-time recipient of the FCB - Faculty Competency Building Award (2011-2018).
[7] Mr. Perfect Award in 2008.
International Memberships and Activities:
[1] Holds memberships in 35+ International academic and professional bodies, including IEEE (ID : 96447154), Oulu Entrepreneurship Society - Finland, AfSAE (ID: 256521), ISPIM (ID: 1374), ITPA (ID: 29660) and many more.
[2] Volunteers for Scopus, Web of Science, and ABDC Indexed journals.
[3] Serves as an editorial and reviewer board member for over 30+ journals and has reviewed 200+ articles since 2019.