Labour relations professionals examine issues involving employer and unionized relationships in the workplace in a variety of social, legal, political and economic contexts.

This focus area helps students understand the complexities and importance of union-management relationships. Students develop analytical skills to help identify and establish successful strategics to promote workplace equality and inclusion in Canada and abroad.

Makayla Wells talks about her experiences studying labour relations, and why she chose to focus in this business discipline:

Courses

Students should consider the following elective courses, which are typically offered every two years:

• BUSI 4335: Advanced Labour Relations
• BUSI 4336: International Labour Relations
• BUSI 5332: Labour Law
• BUSI 5335: Collective Agreement Administration and Arbitration
• BUSI 6048: Inclusion and Diversity at Work

Students may also consider related non-business courses such as:

• ECON 3360: Labour Market Economics

Most course descriptions are available through the University Calendar.

Careers

• Employee relations specialist
• Human resource specialist
• Labour policy analyst
• Labour relations analyst
• Union representative