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International Employment Relations - MGMT2703
 Students

   
   
 
Course Outline: MGMT2703 Course Outline
 
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Undergraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 6
 
 
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3
 
 
Enrolment Requirements:
 
 
Prerequisite: MGMT2705 or MGMT1702 or MGMT1102
 
 
Fee Band: 2 (more info)
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
  

Description

This course explores recent changes in the theory and practice of employment relations in light of the changes captured in the concept of 'globalisation', in particular concerns that increased international competition can erode conditions of work. The course examines employment relations 'models' in an increasingly globalised context, and explores the transfer of 'best practice' work organisation. Possible mechanisms for the defence of labour standards are considered, including making their maintenance a part of trade liberalisation and investment treaties through the enforcement mechanisms of such institutions as the World Trade Organisation. Topics covered include: globalisation, 'model' employment relations system, the International Labour Organisation and the defence of labour standards, international unionism and the future of unions, diverse national management systems, the relations between employment relations systems, economic performance and social protection.


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