This course offers an exploration of labor relations, emphasizing the interplay between employment relationship goals, labor rights, and management decisions. Students will learn the mechanics of traditional labor relations processes and gain insight into why these processes exist and how to assess their effectiveness. And will understand collective bargaining processes that lead to the conclusion of a collective agreement. This class may include students from multiple sections.
Must be seeking a Bachelor of Applied Science in Management degree to enroll. If interested, visit pencol.edu/bas
Prerequisites
Human Resources Management BAS Program Admittance
Course Outcomes
- Describe the US historical development, and legal framework of labor relations.
- Evaluate the role and function of labor unions in the contemporary workplace.
- Discuss the interaction of employment goals, and the rights of labor and management in labor relations.
- Analyze collective bargaining processes, practices, and outcomes.
- Explore emerging trends and challenges in labor relations.