The picture shows the neon sign “welcome” hanging on a wall at the Innovation Lab in Munich.

JOY THROUGH DIVERSITY AT THE BMW GROUP.

THE FUTURE CAN ONLY BE BUILT TOGETHER.

Diversity – in every form – is one of the most important success factors for us. Because as diverse as our customers, suppliers and investors are worldwide, so diverse are our teams, which manage to put a smile on our customers' faces every day.

And we know that passion knows no differences, so we encourage diversity in all our teams. Because if you want to set standards in shaping the sustainable and individual mobility of the future, you also have to go ahead with the corporate culture. This diversity in our teams enables us to better understand, reflect and make more intelligent decisions about the various requirements of our stakeholders from all over the world. Our diversity is the cornerstone of our company's success and not only secures our innovative strength, but also our long-term competitiveness.

This graphic shows some facts about diversity at the BMW Group in Asia-Pacific.

Promoting Diversity at BMW Group Asia-Pacific.

DIVERSITY IN ALL ITS DIMENSIONS.

GENDER.

To us, equal opportunities for everyone are not an empty promise, but a reality we live by – every day and everywhere. Because we know that it is the varied and mutually complementary perspectives and approaches of each individual that make us strong enough to face our challenges.

The skills of our female colleagues are an essential element to the success of the BMW Group. Not only do we appreciate their expertise and dedication – but also their communicative skills which prove invaluable in creating a better togetherness. With our women's network and other internal organisations, we offer them the best conditions for networking and exchange with each other.

We also work closely with external partners to further strengthen our commitment to gender diversity, including PANDA – the Women Leadership Network and the "TogetherAgainst Sexism Alliance".

AGE & EXPERIENCE.

The average number of years an employee works for the BMW Group is increasing. This is due to an earlier entry into the company, as well as a later exit, e.g. due to rising retirement ages. In order to benefit from the strengths and experiences of employees of different ages, we have introduced a variety of programmes for flexible and mobile working.

eine Rollstuhlfahrerin amüsiert sich zusammen mit ihren BMW Azubis

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ABILITIES.

By creating optimal, barrier-free working conditions we ensure that all of our colleagues, whether they have a disability or not, feel comfortable and empowered to shape creative processes from a variety of different perspectives. Because we know that different perspectives play an essential role in us achieving great things together, every day. We use innovative digitalisation and industry 4.0 solutions to make work easier, in particular for our colleagues with disabilities.

We also get involved outside of our company e.g. through cooperations with programmes for the disabled and our engagement as part of the Valuable 500.

eine Gruppe von BWM Mitarbeitern die vor einem Gebäude steht und Luftballons steigen lässt

CULTURAL BACKGROUND.

We are proud to have colleagues from over 100 different nations in our teams, and strive to promote cultural exchange through targeted talent development, inter-cultural engagement and intensive international exchange.

eine Gruppe von BWM Mitarbeitern mit Regenbogenflaggen hinter einem bunten i8 herlaufen

SEXUAL ORIENTATION & IDENTITY.

For us, diversity means living a culture that is based on appreciation and respect, so that people of all origins can contribute and develop with their personality and identity.

BMW Group PRIDE stands for exactly that. The network acts as the mouthpiece of the LGBTIQ+ community (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer) where diversity, equality, trust, respect and inclusion come first. Together, we ensure a positive, tolerant and open work environment in which everyone is welcome regardless of their sexual identity.

We also send a clear signal to the outside world: in 2021, for instance, we joined the PROUT EMPLOYER network of the Prout at Work Foundation and signed the "UN Standards of Conduct for Business for Tackling Discrimination against LGBTI people". We also commit ourself as partner of the "Together Against Sexism Alliance".

DIVERSITY CHARTER.

In 2011, we took a proactive approach to the topic of diversity by joining the Diversity Charter, a corporate initiative dedicated to making recognition, appreciation and integration of diversity a part of German corporate culture. By signing the Charter, we pledged to create a working environment free of prejudice.

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CULTURAL DIVERSITY ACROSS OUR TEAMS.

"I love the diversity that comes with working in the APAC region. Here, I’m privileged to visit and meet with people from different backgrounds and learn more about their processes and cultures."

—
DYANA.
Cyber Security Engineer.

"Our team comes with great experience in financial services and with diverse culture – more than 6 nationalities to be precise. The healthy, supportive and friendly atmosphere in our team helps me to be more productive."

—
MAHESH.
Platform DevOps Integration Lead.

"The APAC region is a vibrant and rapidly developing area, characterised by its diversity, economic growth, technological innovation and unique blend of ancient traditions and modern influences. This is what makes working here so special for me!"

—
ALVIN.
Homologation Specialist.

CELEBRATING DIVERSITY IN OUR REGION.

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY.

In 2023, we hosted a variety of events across our region to celebrate International Women's Day on the 8th of March. To us, equal opportunities for men and women are not an empty promise, but a reality we live by – every day and everywhere. Because we know that it's the varied and mutually complementary perspectives and approaches of each individual that make us strong enough to face our challenges.