Women? Nope. - Anonymous employee MSCI Employee Review

1.0
Jan 5, 2018
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Some really smart people and interesting work

Cons

The Oklahoma office is out of control. The women at the company who could, have left. The ones who cannot leave, are undervalued and ignored. The culture of the company is "Mean people get promoted" - so if a woman is completely ruthless, she might have a chance (There were a handful of those). The professionals leave. I cannot count the number of times that someone actually YELLED at me, cussed me out, slammed doors, stood OVER me as intimidation, and sabotoged my success (even at the company's expense). I escalated my concerns (as did others), but management did not respond, and later denied that they knew. HR didn't respond either - even when blatent abuse and discrimination was reported. The only option for many was to leave or to put up with the hostile environment and the retaliation from blowing the whistle. The environment is always unstable as well. I had far more managers than I had years with the company, and it felt like I was moved to a different desk each time someone sneezed. CHAOS If you want to work in a hostile "boys club" of immaturity, then apply for a job there. Otherwise, don't.

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MSCI Response
8y
Thank you for taking the time to voice your concern. MSCI maintains a strong commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can be their authentic self. Our Code of Conduct and workplace environment policies very clearly and strictly prohibit harassment and other unacceptable behaviors such as those that you mention. The behaviors you describe are simply not tolerated at MSCI. Diversity is celebrated and supported through several activities in the Norman office. The Women’s Leadership Forum in Norman is an active and vibrant group that inspires and encourages women in leadership. This group sponsors several events a year that benefit the entire Norman site…both men and women. In addition, the office is very focused on supporting the community and has a premier event to encourage women to enter the field of technology. We are very sorry to hear about your negative experiences and encourage you to contact the local Human Resources representative to address the issue. We assure you the conversation will be held in the strictest of confidence.

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