Leadership in a Diverse Society

Study of how diversity affects social relations with an emphasis on leadership. Examines diversity, primarily through the lens of social psychology, by examining individual and collective dynamics in pluralistic settings. The primary focus is to familiarize students with basic research on intergroup relations, prejudice, stereotyping, and discrimination, so that they may: (1) evaluate and analyze the scientific merit of this research, and (2) apply this research to real world situations--e.g., reflect on the effect of social identity on achievement, performance, mental health, physical health, etc. Focuses on the causes, correlates and consequences of stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination. Also addresses approaches to ameliorating these problems. Primary focus social/organizational.