1. Which best describes the impact of having senior leaders directly involved in a diversity council?

A) Being a catalyst for change that aligns functions and responsibilities and creates greater commitment, efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity
B) Replacing the need for a diversity strategy and using the employee resource group to be the stakeholders' voice
C) Mandating that each functional area and location in the organization be represented in the employee resource group
D) Ensuring that internal and external stakeholders each have their own view and plan relating to a diversity and inclusion strategy



2. In order to further its diversity and inclusion initiative, an organization wants to help its employee resource groups (ERGs) succeed. Which role should HR take?

A) Encouraging ERGs to operate independent of the organization
B) Supporting the establishment of ERG-focused programs
C) Assigning each new employee to the appropriate ERG
D) Assuming a leadership position in each ERG



3. Which of the following is considered a criterion for effective employee resource groups (ERGs) as established by DiversityInc.?

A) The group has a formal charter.
B) The leader of the group is the CEO or a direct report to the CEO.
C) The group sets and signs off on metrics and goals.
D) Group members serve as formal mentors.



4. Which describes the most critical role of a diversity council?

A) Coordinating the efforts of the organization's various employee resource groups
B) Ensuring the involvement of upper management in the diversity initiative
C) Establishing goals and programs for the diversity and inclusion initiative
D) Overseeing strategic alliances with outside organizations dedicated to diversity issues



5. How should an HR professional make a strong business case for incorporating a diversity and inclusion strategy in an organization?

A) By proving that it has the support of shareholders and other key stakeholders
B) By connecting individual components to specific competitive advantages
C) By linking it directly to the organization's mission, vision, and business objectives
D) By demonstrating its short-term and long-range cost-effectiveness



6. Which should be included in manager training for an organization's diversity and inclusion strategic initiative?

A) Identifying and overcoming limitations of minority members on their teams
B) Leading diverse teams effectively and fostering an inclusive work environment
C) Demonstrating how to comply with diversity-based legal requirements
D) Overcoming any negative attitudes the managers have about minorities



7. Which of the following initiatives best promotes diversity and inclusion in organizations?

A) Increased training for managers
B) Support for state universities
C) Development of a diversity council
D) Recruitment of diverse job candidates



8. Which option best defines risk?

A) Effect of uncertainty on the ability to meet organizational objectives
B) Negative impact an event can exert on an organization's well-being
C) Organization's vulnerabilities from an enterprise perspective
D) Quantifiable and enterprise-wide picture of organizational loss exposure



9. What is the primary distinguishing characteristic of an enterprise risk management framework?

A) Emphasis on strategic risks that threaten organizational goals
B) Proactive as opposed to reactive approach to managing risk
C) Perception of risk as an integrated organizational issue
D) Focus on values and ethical systems that affect governance



10. Which best identifies the impact of cognitive barriers on risk management?

A) Units or functions may not communicate well with each other.
B) Leadership's example does not motivate good risk management practices.
C) Teams are rewarded for being risk-averse.
D) Managers perceive risks in an outdated manner.