Gain the Competitive Edge

Cross cultural interaction and the exchange of ideas across a variety of perspectives promotes a superior learning atmosphere and better prepares students for the challenges in the workplace. Through our year-long series students will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue and learn from facilitators and fellow participants on a host of business diversity topics.

Participation in four of the sessions offered throughout the academic year (in person or via webcast) and completing the additional requirements outlined below enables Terry students to earn the William E. and Barbara H. Beckham, Jr. Workforce Diversity Certificate. This non-credit hour certificate may be placed on the resume for employers that are seeking candidates with tangible cross-cultural competencies who can demonstrate enhanced abilities to work effectively with others. By participating in these programs and earning a certificate, students may gain a competitive edge in the job search with our Corporate Diversity Partners.

Earn the William E. and Barbara H. Beckham, Jr. Workforce Diversity Certificate

The Workforce Diversity Certification consists of three components. Participating in four of the sessions in the speaker series, submitting a paper and completing an interview with the Terry Office of Diversity Relations are required to earn the Terry College of Business Workforce Diversity Certification. Terry Corporate Diversity Partners and other employers that are seeking candidates with tangible cross-cultural competencies who can demonstrate enhanced abilities to work effectively with others will likely give a competitive edge to candidates in the job search who hold this certification.

Specifications on the Paper:

• The paper will cover lessons learned about diversity and how it benefits businesses and team effectiveness.
• The paper should be at least ten pages in length, 12 pt font and one inch margins, double spaced.
• Participant must attend or view webcast of at least four sessions prior to submitting the paper.
• The paper should illustrate how key principles learned about diversity are applied successfully in the business environment. Credit is given to references made to specific sessions and speakers.
• The paper should also contain at least four independent references of information to be cited in the correct APA Format (American Psychological Association).

Papers can be submitted in hard copy to the Office of Diversity Relations, 363 Brooks Hall or electronically to Randy Groomes . All papers will be reviewed by Faculty and must receive a minimum score of 70% to receive the Workforce Diversity Certification. Papers receiving less than 70% may be re-submitted with appropriate revisions for reconsideration. Finally, after successful completion of the paper the applicant will complete a short interview to discuss diversity competencies.

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Terry Corporate Diversity Partners

• Accenture
• Access Insurance Company
• AutoTrader, Inc.
• Deloitte
• Delta Airlines
• Ernst & Young, LLP
• Industrial Developments International (IDI)
• KPMG, LLP
• Philip Morris, USA
• Rock-Tenn
• Synovus Financial Corp.