This module aims to investigate that relationship against the background of a globalized context, considering interactions among local, national and international actors, as well as the impact of institutions, regulatory systems and actual practices with respect to traditional labour contracts and new types of labour arrangements. Throughout the course, relevant themes will be explored with application to various countries. Essentially, the module aims to highlight the relevance of employment relations for individuals, communities and organisations around the world.
Module Aims
This module is designed to allow students to:
1. Develop an appreciation of the role of employment relations with respect to achieving desired organizational performance and outcomes.
2. Develop an appreciation of the role of key actors and factors in the field of employee relations at local, organizational, national, global and transnational level.
3. Develop an appreciation of the factors affecting trade union growth, collective bargaining and the changing role of the state in such processes.
4. Develop an understanding of the nature of employment relations in Britain and in other countries, including, but not restricted to, other European countries and BRIC countries (Brazil, Russia, India and China).
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module learners will be able to understand, analyse and critically evaluat:
1. Different theories and perspectives on employment relations;
2. The impact of local, national and global contexts shaping employment relations;
3. The roles and functions of the different actors involved in the employment relationship;
4. The importance of organisational-level employment relations processes, policies and practices that support organisational performance, including employee voice and consultation, employee engagement; diversity management; and conflict resolution;
5. The importance of employment relations procedures that help mitigate organisational risk, including the design and implementation of policies and practices in the areas of discipline, grievance, dismissal and redundancy;
6. The importance of employment relations procedures and policies that help mitigate social injustice;
7. The integration of employment relations processes and how they impact on policy, practice and organisational outcomes such as performance and employee engagement.
Module Aims
This module is designed to allow students to:
1. Develop an appreciation of the role of employment relations with respect to achieving desired organizational performance and outcomes.
2. Develop an appreciation of the role of key actors and factors in the field of employee relations at local, organizational, national, global and transnational level.
3. Develop an appreciation of the factors affecting trade union growth, collective bargaining and the changing role of the state in such processes.
4. Develop an understanding of the nature of employment relations in Britain and in other countries, including, but not restricted to, other European countries and BRIC countries (Brazil, Russia, India and China).
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module learners will be able to understand, analyse and critically evaluat:
1. Different theories and perspectives on employment relations;
2. The impact of local, national and global contexts shaping employment relations;
3. The roles and functions of the different actors involved in the employment relationship;
4. The importance of organisational-level employment relations processes, policies and practices that support organisational performance, including employee voice and consultation, employee engagement; diversity management; and conflict resolution;
5. The importance of employment relations procedures that help mitigate organisational risk, including the design and implementation of policies and practices in the areas of discipline, grievance, dismissal and redundancy;
6. The importance of employment relations procedures and policies that help mitigate social injustice;
7. The integration of employment relations processes and how they impact on policy, practice and organisational outcomes such as performance and employee engagement.
- Module Supervisor: Marina Michalski
Category: Management