Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategy Flashcards

A company reports 40% racial and ethnic diversity overall, but nearly all of it is in entry-level roles. Which analysis best reveals this issue?

Answer: Representation analysis by job level and function

Breaking representation down by level and function exposes concentration and pipeline gaps hidden in aggregate numbers.

Which metric is a leading indicator rather than a lagging indicator of DEI progress?

Answer: Percentage of diverse candidates on interview slates

Diverse slates predict future hiring outcomes, while the others measure results after the fact.

A pay equity audit finds unexplained pay gaps for women in the same roles. What is the most appropriate strategic action?

Answer: Remediate the gaps and fix the processes that created them

Effective pay equity work corrects existing gaps and changes the pay-setting practices that caused them.

Which approach best links DEI to business outcomes when presenting to the executive team?

Answer: Connecting DEI metrics to retention costs, market reach, and innovation data

Tying DEI to measurable business results builds the business case executives use to make decisions.

Why should demographic survey data be reported only when groups meet a minimum size threshold?

Answer: To protect employee confidentiality and prevent identification of individuals

Minimum reporting thresholds keep small groups anonymous and maintain trust in voluntary self-identification.

A DEI dashboard shows that hiring of underrepresented talent rose, but their one-year attrition is twice the company average. What does this most likely indicate?

Answer: An inclusion and retention problem, such as a revolving door effect

High early attrition after successful hiring suggests the workplace experience, not recruitment, needs attention.

Which practice best ensures accountability for DEI goals among people managers?

Answer: Including DEI objectives in performance reviews and leadership scorecards

Building DEI goals into performance management makes them part of how leaders are evaluated and rewarded.