HRM404

Course Description

This course introduces the student to the nature of Employment Relations with particular reference to the practice of ER in sustaining human capital in the UAE. The course provides a rationale for the need to establish a harmonious relationship between employer and employee in terms of being efficient, effective and providing both parties with a voice for mutual communication. ER is examined in a contemporary and pluralist context including a review of anti-discrimination, a legal and policy framework, equal opportunities, diverse labor market and the position of female workers Consideration is given to how employer/employee needs can be aligned to business policies with opportunities provided to influence workplace and organization decision making. An ER Project is used to allow students to explore alternative approaches to ER and consider a variety of ways to resolve labor conflicts to create sustainability.

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