MG 268 Labor Relations (F)

3 Semester Hours

This course surveys both historical and legal frameworks of the labor movement in the United States and West Virginia and presents an analysis of traditional labor laws, NLRB law, state laws, and the impact of court decisions related to management. A historical perspective of the origins which impact union organizing, causes and goals of the labor movements, union structure and behavior, and the impact on production will be presented. Students will have an in-depth understanding of collective bargaining, strikes, labor negotiations, administration and enforcement of labor contracts, grievance process and arbitration related to managing an industry. The student will explore both labor and management approaches to solving employment disputes, avoiding grievances, and applying collective bargaining contracts in the work setting. Labor rules and regulations, and means to implement new standards in the work place, will be discussed. Effects of laws on individuals, employees, the industry, the community, and nation will be addressed.