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 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 (formerly BUSI 6320)
• BUSI 4336: International Labour Relations (formerly BUSI 6330)
• BUSI 5332: Labour Law (formerly BUSI 7322)
• BUSI 5335: Collective Agreement Administration and Arbitration (formerly BUSI 7320)
• BUSI 6048: Inclusion and Diversity at Work
• BUSI 6045: Management of Occupational Health, Safety and Employee Wellness
• ECON 3360: Labour Market Economics
• Any other labour relations course(s) offered at the BUSI 6000 or BUSI 7000 level.

Most course descriptions are available through the University Calendar.

Careers

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