COLUMBIA, Md.–The Maryland and DC Credit Union Association said it is partnering with Georgetown University’s School of Continuing Studies to offer a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) certificate program designed specifically for credit union leaders.
The MDDCCUA said that drawing on the latest research, the Advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate Program will provide professionals with the competencies, knowledge, and tools to develop DEI strategies that align with HR and business objectives.
“We are pleased to be joining with Georgetown University to offer credit union professionals
the opportunity to deepen their knowledge, increase awareness, and inform individual and organizational actions to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion,” said MD|DC Credit Union Association President/CEO John Bratsakis. “It’s a part of a multidimensional program the MD|DC Credit Union Association is offering to provide meaningful tools and resources for credit unions on their DEI journey.”
Launching in April 2021, the association said the certificate program has been customized for credit unions and will be live-taught online by faculty and experienced practitioners affiliated with the Georgetown Master’s in Human Resources Management program and Georgetown’s Executive Certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
“Combining lectures, class discussions, case studies and hands-on application through projects, the program is designed as a cohort to promote a high level of interaction between participants,” the association said.
The MDDCCUA explained that professionals will meet online for two consecutive full-day sessions per month over the course of three months. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will earn a Certificate in Advancing Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion in the Workplace.
What Will Be Learned
According to the association, participants will learn how to:
- Prepare a solid business case for diversity and inclusion, and identify measures to prove the return on investment (ROI) of diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Develop strategies and programs to attract and engage diverse talent, and achieve HR and business goals
- Measure the progress and impact of diversity and inclusion programs and initiatives, using appropriate metrics and benchmarks
- Communicate about diversity and inclusion solutions, initiatives, events and progress to diverse audiences and stakeholders
Registration opens January 25.