EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS
MGT2EMR
2021
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces you to the key actors in Australia's employment relations system. You will explore the world of work, and the legal and regulatory frameworks which govern the employment relationship. You will analyse the role of trade unions, the processes of determining the terms and conditions of employment, and the responsibilities of employers to create a safe working environment. You will also explore how vulnerable workers are protected by the employment relations system. You will appreciate how conflicts and disputes between employers and employees can be resolved, and reflect upon your own conflict management and negotiation skills.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorNicola McNeil
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Available as ElectiveYes
Learning ActivitiesCase studies, experiential exercises, discussions and comprehension exercises
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
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PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsMGT2EMP
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Employment Relations: Theory and Practice
Resource TypeOther resource
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorBray, Waring, Cooper and MacNeil
YearN/A
Edition/Volume4th edition
PublisherMcGraw Hill
ISBN9781760420642
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2021, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNicola McNeil
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 30 - 42
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 30 - 42
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Written reflective piece Equivalent to 900 words | Other | Individual | No | 20 | SILO3, SILO4, SILO6 |
Individual essay Equivalent to 1500 words | Assignment | Individual | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
Group Collective Bargaining analysis Equivalent to 1250 words per student | Other | Group | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
Problem-based activities Equivalent to 800 words per student | Other | Individual | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
Sydney, 2021, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNicola McNeil
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 30 - 42
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 30 - 42
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Written reflective piece Equivalent to 900 words | Other | Individual | No | 20 | SILO3, SILO4, SILO6 |
Individual essay Equivalent to 1500 words | Assignment | Individual | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
Group Collective Bargaining analysis Equivalent to 1250 words per student | Other | Group | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
Problem-based activities Equivalent to 800 words per student | Other | Individual | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |