Workplace diversity from the management point of view : Kasco/Rewolt oy

Kasco/ Rewolt oy, personnel hiring services firm operating in the construction sector, like most firms in the industry makes use of diversity in its workforce with employees from six different nationalities. Workplace diversity from a management point of view seeks an understanding into the term diversity and how it can possibly be scaled in rendering a company more efficient if there is such a possibility. Literature for this research hinges on the concepts of diversity and management. Diversity in a workplace is analyzed by exploring what the term stands for and the possible ways through which it presents itself. Avenues for implementing diversity in a workplace are equally explored and a case for it is made. The concept of management and its role is explored. Managing diverse teams and possible challenges spurred by diversity wrap up the literature for the thesis. A qualitative research method was used with interviews chosen as the data collection tool. Data collected was analyzed through text analysis. From the research conducted, it is evident that diversity in the workplace is not harmful per se especially when handled properly and companies in different industries other than construction in Finland are encouraged to explore the possibility of boasting more diversity across their workforce