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In order to investigate the diversity management literature, this book is interested in evaluating a company´s diversity approach compared to theoretical suggestions. Therefore, hitherto existing findings concerning diversity and diversity management will be centralized and the theoretical models of Robin Ely, David Thomas as well as Taylor Cox will be illustrated in more detail. Additionally, available arguments for and against a culturally heterogeneous workforce will be opposed in order to get a comprehensive idea of the subject matter. The scientists´ models will be evaluated according to their practicability and feasibility in the real economy, which is why the diversity strategy of Sandoz (part of Novartis International) will be explored and compared to the theoretical assumptions. Proleptic, Sandoz implements various recommendations of literature and provides various different working models in order to attract the best talents.

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Claudia Hoge absolvierte 2010 das Masterstudium "Organization Studies" in Innsbruck und beschäftigt sich seit vielen Jahren mit Migration und Integration. Sie möchte Unternehmen aufzeigen, welchen Mehrwert sie durch kulturelle Diversität erreichen können, weshalb sie in einem renommierten internationalen Unternehmen als Personalberaterin tätig ist.

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