mgt5ier int employment relations
INTERNATIONAL EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS
MGT5IER
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject explores the changing nature of employment relationships in the context of internationalisation and globalisation. Using comparative employment relations methodology we explore labour market developments, international trade unionism, the role of international institutions, recent developments in international business and the changing nature of work. We compare employment relations structures and processes in a range of countries including from Europe and Asia. We also explore developments in particular industries that have an international focus.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorAlice Li
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects BUA5IER
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | TBD | Prescribed | TBD | TBD |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Analyse the problems and challenges involved in international employment relations (IER).
- Activities:
- Class lectures, discussion and readings cover key theoretical positions around international employment relations. Assessment provides opportunity to engage critically with these theoretical positions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Study and Learning Skills)
02. Explain the main theoretical perspectives in IER.
- Activities:
- Class lectures, discussion and readings cover key theoretical positions around international employment relations. Assessment provides opportunity to engage critically with these theoretical positions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Study and Learning Skills)
03. Explain how global, national and local factors influence international employment relations.
- Activities:
- Class lectures, discussion and readings cover key theoretical positions around international employment relations. Assessment provides opportunity to engage critically with these theoretical positions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Study and Learning Skills)
04. Compare and contrast employment relations practices in different countries.
- Activities:
- Class lectures, discussion and readings cover key theoretical positions around international employment relations. Assessment provides opportunity to engage critically with these theoretical positions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Study and Learning Skills)
05. Apply IER theory and research to practical organisation problems and challenges.
- Activities:
- Class lectures, discussion and readings cover key theoretical positions around international employment relations. Assessment provides opportunity to engage critically with these theoretical positions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Study and Learning Skills)
Subject options
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City Campus, 2016, Semester 2, Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size30
Enrolment information Room capactiy Priority given to students enrolled in LMMHR: Master of Management (Human Resource Management), then order of application among students enrolled in a course at the City (Collins Street) campus.
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAlice Li
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours lecture per week on any day including weekend at night from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One x Individual Assignment (1500 words equivalent) | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| One x Individual Assignment (2000 words equivalent) | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| One x 2-hour test | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Vietnam, 2016, Week 40-47, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAlice Li
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 40 - 47
Two 4.0 hours lecture per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 40 to week 47 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One x Individual Assignment (1500 words equivalent) | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| One x Individual Assignment (2000 words equivalent) | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| One x 2-hour test | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |