Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion

May 17th, 2021

Unintended Consequences: When Minority Directors Get a “Pass” in Cases of Fraud

Companies are increasingly facing societal pressure to diversify their boards. However, these well-intended measures may have unforeseen consequences, a new study finds. Because of a perceived shortage of minority candidates, fraud-tainted minority directors — unlike their non-minority counterparts — enjoy some immunity from negative reputational consequences.

By Georg Wernicke

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Diversity & Inclusion

May 12th, 2021

How Brands Can Fight Gender Stereotypes in Ads

Men and women value a product differently depending on whether it has a male or female brand representation — think Mr. Clean or Betty Crocker. Specifically, female-identified brands are less appealing to male shoppers. But researchers have found a relatively simple way to combat this gender bias.

By Tina M. Lowrey

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Diversity & Inclusion

December 09th, 2020

7 minutes

“A $%^* Sexist Program”: Detecting and Addressing AI Bias

A major issue facing companies that use AI, algorithmic bias can perpetuate social inequalities — as well as pose legal and reputational risks to the companies in question. New research at HEC Paris offers a statistical method of tracking down and eliminating unfairness.

By Christophe Pérignon

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Diversity & Inclusion

October 22nd, 2020

7 minutes

Why Private Equity Firms Should Include More Women

At the senior level, men outnumber women by a 10 to 1 ratio in the private equity sector. Considerations about gender equality notwithstanding, such a testosterone-only environment is not good for... the bottom line. A large-scale study of investment deals by HEC Paris professor of strategy and business policy proves that teams with at least one female member dramatically outperform male-only teams. An interview with Oliver Gottschalg.

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Diversity & Inclusion

March 11th, 2020

7 minutes

Why So Few Women Occupy the Most Lucrative Jobs

Though women have made inroads into traditionally male-dominated sectors, gender gaps still exist in the most influential and best-paid jobs. Two authors looked beyond discriminatory hiring practices and women’s “self-selection” out of applying for highly desired jobs — and find explanations at the heart of corporate culture.

By Roxana Barbulescu

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