Arts and Social Sciences Journal

Improving Cross Cultural Diversity in the Workplace: A Look at Women and Cultures Globalization, Leadership and Decision Making

Abstract

Ingrid Fray

Almost no American corporation is immune from the impact of globalization. The reality for American corporations is that they must increasingly cope with diverse cross-cultural employees, customers, suppliers, competitors, and creditors. There are 11,553 women and 8,556 males currently enrolled at a major University in New York City. Between fall 2007 and fall 2008 female students accounted for 57% of the student body while international student population has increased to 40% vs. 38%. The rate of retention for females has decreased. 61% of the graduates were females compared to 62%. Internationally female students account for 51% of the total student and male international students account for 48% of the student body. International students represent over 100 countries with the top five including, India, China, South Korea, Taiwan, and the Caribbean. Students within these top five countries are studying abroad in the United States on a visa or temporary basis. With the number of international and female students within the university, there are currently no mentorship programs available for these groups. This particular University operates within three campuses in New York City and two in Europe.