LGST 208 - The Law at Work:Employment Law for Managers

Institution:

University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

Weinstein. Practical business solutions to problems arising in the workplace and effective human resources policy and procedures require knowledge and understanding of employment law. This course examines the development, evolution and current status of workplace laws with particular emphasis on workplace privacy and security issues including electronic communications, surveillance and monitoring; recruiting and hiring; civil rights in employment including discrimination, harassment, diversity and affirmative action; the non-employee workforce; and the regulatory environment including laws protecting workers, fair labor standards and labor/management relations. It provides students with an introduction to the law of the workforce and examines the balance between business goals and employment law compliance.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.upenn.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 898-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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