HRM 316 - Labor and Management Relations

Institution:

Point Park University

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Description:

This course reviews the history and evolution of American labor unions, including industrial relations problems. The course will explore the concept of collective bargaining by focusing on the formation of labor unions, the passing of the National Labor Relations Act, and the development of subsequent labor laws. The components of a labor agreement, including the relative positions of management and the union in negotiations, will be discussed. U.S. employment law will also be covered. Students in the HR program must retain a copy of the completed work for submission in their portfolio in BMGT 418. Prerequisite: BMGT 207. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Categorize the scope of labor relations; including union activities, policies, and procedures, and other regulations. (2) Examine the history of labor relations and unions, and use that history as a framework for applying current laws and practices. (3) Evaluate the current issues and trends in labor relations, including anticipated changes to regulations and case law. (4) Compile the various regulations of other countries as they impact multinational organizations. (5) Examine the specific regulatory requirements for U.S. owned organizations, including specific legislation regarding employees, and the regulations governing management/union interactions.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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