Assessment 2 MBA502: Cultural Diversity at McDonald's, La Trobe

This presentation, prepared by a Human Resource Management student at La Trobe University, analyzes the cultural diversity initiatives of McDonald's. The presentation begins with an introduction to cultural diversity, including factors such as race, gender, age, and their impact on organizations. It provides an overview of McDonald's, its global presence, and its founding. The core of the presentation focuses on McDonald's diversity management, highlighting its initiatives, such as the establishment of a Diversity Management department and its focus on franchisees, employees, and suppliers. The presentation also includes a critique of these initiatives, identifying challenges related to communication, local employment laws, and language barriers. Recommendations are made for improvement, including intercultural communication workshops, intercultural training, broader geographic recruitment, and a focus on employee retention and organizational culture. References to supporting literature are provided. This presentation is available on Desklib, a platform offering AI-based study tools.