Labour-Management Relations - DPS 15248
| DPS 15248 | 36 hours |
This course provides an overview of key events that comprise the
contextual history of labour-management relations, including how Western
countries achieved scientific, economic, cultural and political dominance
globally through innovation and free market capitalism. Participants will
also gain an understanding of the macro-economic impact of globalization
and the Knowledge economy. This course explores the legal framework of
Canadian society since the Industrial Revolution that defined the
legislation, principles and procedures of the modern workplace. Students
will gain an understanding of the roots of the unique contemporary
Canadian labour-management framework and gain practical knowledge in such
areas as human rights, performance management, misconduct and discipline
in the workplace.
Programs:
Objectives:
- To provide understanding of the industrial relations system in the workplace, including concepts, principles and HR practices at play
Outcomes:
- Ability to apply principles of procedural fairness to workplace situations
- Understanding of human rights legislation, employment law, and key Supreme Court cases impacting human resources management and practices
- Ability to distinguish poor work performance from misconduct and to apply appropriate corrective actions
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