MBA-5110 v6

Agarwal, P. (2020). Exposing unconscious bias. New Scientist, 247(3297), 38–42. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0262-4079(20)31505-0

This article introduces the Implicit Association Test (IAT), its purpose, and how it works. The author offers ways to address prejudice.

Bailey, E. (2021, February). Diversity, inclusion, and equality as central organizational tenets: Focusing on DEI helps companies succeed in their industry moving forward. Leadership Excellence, 38(2), 91-92.

This article offers tips on embracing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) into the overall organizational strategy.

Homan, A. C., Gündemir, S., Buengeler, C., & van Kleef, G. A. (2020). Leading diversity: Towards a theory of functional leadership in diverse teams. Journal of Applied Psychology, 105(10), 1101–1128. https://doi.org/10.1037/apl0000482

This article takes a theoretical look at leading diverse teams. The authors introduce the Leading Diversity (LeaD) model helping leaders to understand when and how certain leadership behavior is preferable in managing diverse teams.

Lin, C., Officer, M. S., & Shen, B. (2018). Managerial risk-taking incentives and merger decisions. Journal of Financial & Quantitative Analysis, 53(2), 643–680.

This article investigates an organization’s decision to vertically integrate based on the CEO’s preferences. Emphasis is on the role that risk management (including the CEO’s risk preferences) plays in merger decisions.

Uzarski, D., & Broome, M. E. (2019). A leadership framework for implementation of an organization’s strategic plan. Journal of Professional Nursing, 35(1), 12–17. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.profnurs.2018.09.007

This article defines strategic planning and the process of developing, implementing, and assessing organizational strategy.