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Module Aim:
Discuss and critically evaluate Industrial Relations theory, explain the institutional and legal context of Industrial Relations in the Irish context and discuss the role and challenges facing key stakeholders .
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Describe and critically evaluate a theoretical understanding of industrial relations
LO2
Discuss legislation and the institutional context of industrial relations in Ireland
LO3
Analyse and critically evaluate the responses of trade unions and employer organisations to current strategic challenges
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
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Requirements
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Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Industrial Relations Theory
The nature of Industrial Relations.
The context of Industrial Relations.
The role of Theory in Industrial Relations.
Industrial Relations Legislation and Institutions
The Industrial Relations Act 1990.
Key Industrial Relations Case Studies.
Workplace Relations Commission and the Labour Court
Trade Unions
The nature, role and structure of Trade Unions.
The opportunities and challenges facing the Trade Unions.
Current Developments and Issues.
Employer Associations
The nature, role and structure of Employer Associations.
The opportunities and challenges facing Employer Associations.
Current Developments and Issues.
Assessment Breakdown
%
End of Module Formal Examination
100.00%
No Continuous Assessment
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Formal Exam
n/a
1,2,3
100.00
End-of-Semester
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