Overview
Word Requirement: Minimum Word Count: 3,500 words, (Excluding tables, charts, and references)
• Assignments below 3,500 words will not be evaluated.
• Your Mini project is subjected to Similarity test, so maximum level of similarity is 15% including AI
• As per policy using AI tools for the development or drafting assignment is not allowed.
• You are encouraged to check similarity before the submission.
SECTION 1: Introduction (Approx. 400–500 words)
Students must:
• Define Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (with academic references)
• Explain why DEI is strategically important in modern organizations
• Discuss how recruitment and performance appraisal are key leverage points
• Briefly introduce the organization they are creating
This section should demonstrate theoretical grounding.
SECTION 2: Organizational Case Development (Approx. 700–800 words)
Students must create a fictional but realistic organization.
Required Elements:
1. Industry
2. Organizational size
3. Geographic footprint
4. Market positioning
6. Workforce demographics
7. Current HR philosophy
SECTION 3: Recruitment System Analysis (Approx. 600–700 words)
Students must:
1. Describe current recruitment process step-by-step
2. Identify structural and behavioral bias points
3. Analyze:
o Job description language
o Sourcing channels
o Screening criteria
o Interview design
o Decision-making authority
4. Identify at least 3 major DEI weaknesses
SECTION 4: Performance Appraisal System Analysis (Approx. 600–700 words)
Students must:
1. Describe appraisal methodology
2. Explain rating scales used
3. Analyze:
o Transparency of criteria
o Manager discretion
o Promotion decisions
o Bonus allocation
4. Identify systemic bias risks
SECTION 5: Root Cause Diagnosis (Approx. 400–500 words)
Students must diagnose:
• Structural barriers
• Cultural norms
• Informal networks
• Leadership bias
• Policy gaps
Students must distinguish between:
• Individual bias
• Systemic bias
• Institutional bias
SECTION 6: DEI Policy Redesign – Recruitment (Approx. 500–600 words)
Students must design a structured DEI recruitment framework including:
1. Bias-free job description standards
2. Diverse sourcing strategies
3. Blind screening where appropriate
4. Structured interview scoring rubric
5. Panel diversity requirements
6. Decision transparency mechanisms
7. Recruitment metrics dashboard
Students must provide a step-by-step model.
SECTION 7: DEI Policy Redesign – Performance Appraisal (Approx. 500–600 words)
Students must design:
1. Behavioral Anchored Rating Scales (BARS)
2. Calibration committees
3. Transparent promotion criteria
4. Bias interruption checkpoints
5. Structured feedback system
6. Equity audit mechanisms
7. Promotion tracking dashboard
SECTION 8: Strategic Business Alignment (Approx. 300–400 words)
Students must connect DEI policy to:
• Innovation
• Talent retention
• Employer branding
• Risk mitigation
• ESG / sustainability reporting
• Long-term competitiveness
They must justify how DEI becomes a strategic capability.
SECTION 9: Implementation Roadmap (Approx. 300–400 words)
Students must include:
• 12-month timeline
• Change management strategy
• Leadership sponsorship model
• Communication strategy
• Budget considerations
SECTION 10: KPIs and Measurement Framework (Approx. 300 words)
Students must define measurable indicators:
• Representation targets
• Promotion parity ratios
• Inclusion survey scores
• Turnover reduction targets
• Pay equity ratios
KPIs must be SMART.
SECTION 11: Conclusion (Approx. 200–300 words)
Students must:
• Summarize findings
• Reflect on organizational impact
• Discuss long-term sustainability
Reference
• 8 academic references (peer-reviewed)
• Harvard or APA referencing style