According to statistics on women in management, what percentage of executive positions do women hold?

Correct answer: 14 percent

Explanation

This question tests the recall of a specific statistic that illustrates the 'glass ceiling' effect by showing the drop in the percentage of women at higher levels of management.

Other questions

Question 1

What is the inclusive definition of diversity that companies are embracing today?

Question 2

What is the term for a culture that accepts only one way of doing things and one set of values and beliefs, often causing problems for minority employees?

Question 3

What is the psychological experience of a person who, when engaged in a task, is aware of a stereotype about their identity group suggesting they will not perform well?

Question 4

According to the chapter, what is the 'glass ceiling'?

Question 5

What term describes a female boss who not only has no interest in fostering the careers of other women but might even actively undermine them?

Question 6

What is the primary role of a chief diversity officer in an organization?

Question 7

According to a 2011 American Management Association survey, what percentage of working women reported being undermined by another woman at some point in their careers?

Question 8

What term describes the belief that one's own group and culture are inherently superior to other groups and cultures?

Question 9

What are employee affinity groups?

Question 10

What is defined as the degree to which an employee feels like an esteemed member of a group in which their uniqueness is highly appreciated?

Question 11

According to research mentioned in the chapter, a study by the Workplace Bullying Institute reported that female bullies direct their hostilities toward other women what percentage of the time?

Question 12

Which of the following is considered one of the 'dividends of workplace diversity'?

Question 13

What is the term for the tendency to view people who are different as being deficient?

Question 14

According to Exhibit 13.3, what is the projected percentage of the U.S. labor force that will be of Hispanic origin in the year 2022?

Question 15

What is the key difference between prejudice and discrimination?

Question 16

What is a major component of prejudice, defined as rigid, exaggerated, irrational beliefs associated with a particular group of people?

Question 17

In a survey of nearly 2,500 highly qualified professionals, what percentage of women reported voluntarily leaving the workforce at some point, as part of the 'opt-out trend'?

Question 18

Which of the following describes the concept of 'ethnorelativism'?

Question 19

What is the primary purpose of a mentor in the context of diversity initiatives?

Question 20

According to Exhibit 13.7, which of the following is the most common diversity initiative among Fortune 1000 respondents?

Question 21

What is meant by 'diversity of perspective' in the workplace?

Question 22

According to a study mentioned in the chapter, how do companies that rate high on creativity and innovation compare to less innovative companies in terms of employee demographics?

Question 23

The chapter discusses five categories of sexual harassment as defined by one university. Which category involves sexual remarks and actions not intended to lead to sexual activity but directed at a coworker based on gender?

Question 24

What is the concept of 'pluralism' as a goal for organizations seeking cultural diversity?

Question 26

What is the 'female advantage' in leadership?

Question 27

In the MetLife diversity initiative called Leadership Circles, what is a primary method used to support women with high potential?

Question 28

What is the 'bamboo ceiling'?

Question 29

What does a study by Catalyst indicate about the financial performance of organizations with the highest percentage of women in top management?

Question 30

What advice is given in the chapter for female and minority managers to break through the glass ceiling?

Question 31

In the context of generational diversity, which generation is characterized as ambitious, lacking loyalty to one organization, and eager for quick success?

Question 32

According to the chapter, which of the following is an example of discrimination?

Question 33

What was the result of a recent study on talkative men versus talkative women in the workplace?

Question 34

On a global scale, what measure is the European Commission studying to boost the percentage of women on corporate boards?

Question 35

What is one of the key differences between the traditional and inclusive models of diversity?

Question 36

In a survey by Korn Ferry International, what percentage of minority managers reported observing a racially motivated double standard in assignment delegation?

Question 37

What is a key reason that today's managers recognize the value of diversity, moving beyond simply avoiding discrimination?

Question 38

According to the chapter, what percentage of Fortune 500 companies have a female CEO?

Question 39

What is one of the main criticisms of the 'opt-out trend' argument, which suggests women voluntarily leave corporate life?

Question 40

Which of the following is NOT listed as a dividend of workplace diversity?

Question 41

According to Exhibit 13.1, which company has the highest percentage of minority employees at 72 percent?

Question 42

In the context of global diversity, what percentage of corporate board members in Japan are women?

Question 43

What is a key function of expanding recruitment efforts as a diversity initiative?

Question 44

The chapter lists five levels of sexual harassment. What is the highest level, which would be considered felonies or misdemeanors if reported to the police?

Question 45

According to the text, what percentage of chief diversity officers in Fortune 500 companies are women?

Question 46

What challenge do cross-race mentoring relationships often face?

Question 47

What demographic group will grow the most in the U.S. workforce by 2020, according to projections?

Question 48

What is one way that stereotypes can block the honest feedback women need for improving their performance?

Question 49

Which of these is a key difference between stereotyping and valuing cultural differences, according to Exhibit 13.6?

Question 50

What powerful way do employee affinity groups help women and minorities in an organization?