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Workforce Diversity and Faculty Performance in Higher Education Institutions: An Empirical Study

Siddhee V Jethe, Research Scholar, NICE School of Business Studies, Shobhit Institute of Engineering and Technology, Deemed to be University, Meerut

Dr. Anuj Goel, Professor, NICE School of Business Studies, Shobhit Institute of Engineering and Technology, Deemed to be University, Meerut

ABSTRACT

Purpose – This study investigates how faculty diversity shapes performance outcomes in Indian higher‑education institutes.

Design/methodology/approach – A descriptive survey employing stratified random sampling gathered primary data from 380 faculty members through a structured questionnaire.

Findings – Respondents overwhelmingly agreed that ethnic, gender and disciplinary diversity enriches student engagement, elevates teaching quality, stimulates interdisciplinary research collaboration and significantly accelerates adoption of innovative pedagogies and educational technology. Diverse faculties also nurture stronger student–faculty relationships and enhance institutional reputation and competitiveness.

Practical implications – Universities should integrate inclusive recruitment, mentorship, anti‑bias training and targeted professional‑development programmes to unlock the full strategic value of diversity.

Originality/value – The study provides empirical evidence linking faculty diversity with multidimensional performance gains in an emerging‑economy context.

Keywords: Faculty diversity; Performance; Higher education; Inclusion