Human Resource Management Applications 7th Edition by Stella Nkomo, Myron Fottler, Bruce McAfee,Julie Riley

Exercise 1

Analyze the table in Exhibit 1.20. What conclusions do you reach? Is there evidence of discrimination in promotion decisions?
2. Do you believe that Gemson, Thompson, LeBlanc, and Jackson were discriminated against?
3. What are some of the potential disadvantages of a ''word of mouth'' promotion system?
4. What should Rutherford do now?
5. What kinds of policies can the company design to better integrate minorities into management positions?