Conference on gender issues in business : an honors thesis (HONRS 499)

Abstract

This project consists of planning a conference on gender issues in business. Incorporating elements of research, organization, and planning, the project provides a rationale for why such a conference is beneficial and identifies current, relevant gender-based issues in business. Readers can expect to find substantial research on the conference's relevance and five critical gender issues:Gender differences in communications and networking stylesFamily and work balance—unique challenges for men and womenLeadership and management issues between men and womenSexual harassmentDiffering approaches to ethical dilemmas in business—does gender play a role in moral actions?Part of planning the conference includes developing objectives, a program outline, a marketing plan (including a website), cost considerations, finding potential speakers, and other organizational tasks. Although the project does not include actaally putting this plan into action, someone could put on this conference in the future with minimal additional work.