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 explored. Develop practical skills in collective agreement negotiation, contract administration, and preparation for arbitration. Examine contemporary issues facing unions and learn to identify which future trends will have an 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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Registration dates

Not all courses are offered each term.

Winter 2024 registration opens November 27, 2023. Spring 2024 registration opens February 26, 2024.

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