TITLE:
Diversity and Inclusion Career Path Analysis
AUTHORS:
Nicole Lee, Rezza Moieni, Peter Mousaferiadis
KEYWORDS:
Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion, Career Path, DEI, DnI
JOURNAL NAME:
Open Journal of Social Sciences,
Vol.11 No.9,
September
8,
2023
ABSTRACT: Even a decade ago, the field of Diversity Equity and Inclusion—as a field and as a specific job title—did not exist. Today, the field has hit an
apex—likely as a result of the
corporate zeitgeist with the “business
case” for diversity consistently in the forefront of business news,
demonstrating organisations with diverse workforces are more innovative, more
profitable and have better staff retention. This research study aims to provide
a comprehensive understanding of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
practitioners in Australia by analyzing LinkedIn profiles. The study examines
career patterns, job titles, industry distribution, and gender representation
among DEI officers. Using a dataset of 1000 profiles, we investigate average
employment durations, career shifts, and part-time DI roles. Our research utilizes
descriptive statistics and visualizations to highlight key insights. By
leveraging LinkedIn data, we enhance insights into the roles, tenure, and
impact of DEI practitioners, contributing to a deeper understanding of this
field’s dynamics.