Several companies urged the Supreme Court to protect the University of Michigan’s goal of achieving diversity through its affirmative action program. Discuss the four reasons why organizations sought to protect diversity and affirmative action

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Answer 1

The companies found that individuals who have been educated in a diverse setting are more likely to succeed because they can make valuable contributions to the workforce in several important and concrete ways. First, a diverse group of individuals educated in a cross-cultural environment has the ability to facilitate unique and creative approaches to problem-solving arising from the integration of different perspectives. Second, such individuals are better able to develop products and services that appeal to a variety of consumers and to market offerings in ways that appeal to those consumers. Third, a racially diverse group of managers with cross-cultural experience is better able to work with business partners, employees, and clientele in the United States and around the world. Fourth, individuals who have been educated in a diverse setting are likely to contribute to a positive work environment, by decreasing incidents of discrimination and stereotyping.