Course description

This course provides students with a basic understanding of the development of labour unions in Canada, and the practical skills needed to manage effectively in unionized workplaces. Historical, political, and legal issues affecting the industrial relations environment will be reviewed in detail. Through secondary research, students will have an opportunity to discuss organized labour from the viewpoints of both labour and management. Through simulation and experiential exercises, students will develop practical skills in collective agreement negotiation, contract administration, and preparation for arbitration. Students will also have an opportunity to explore contemporary issues facing unions and to identify future trends which will impact on the industrial relations climate.

Course details

Hours: 42
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: BUS2010 HRM1090 OLRN1440
Corequisites: None

Please note: This course is offered through OntarioLearn. To review important information such as textbook, exam and grade information, visit the OntarioLearn Information web page.

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Dates
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Starts: May. 9, 2023
Ends: Aug. 15, 2023
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Campus: Online
Cost: $409.50

Registration dates

Not all courses are offered each term.

Fall 2023 registration opens July 24, 2023. Winter 2024 registration opens November 27, 2023.

Delivery options

In person: classes held in person on a campus/site in a classroom/lab/shop/studio for the course duration

Online - Asynchronous: ​100% online delivery, no scheduled day or time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates

Online - Synchronous: 100% online delivery, scheduled day and time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates

Hybrid: any combination of in person, timetabled, on campus, online, and hyflex delivery