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MHR 6751, Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining 1

Course Description Explores labor relations, contract negotiation and administration, and bargaining unit decision making processes. Examines social, political, and economic impact of collective bargaining and challenges to administration of a collectively established relationship.

Course Textbook Carrell, M. R., & Heavrin, C. (2010). Labor relations and collective bargaining: Cases, practice, and law (9th ed.).

Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.

Course Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

1. Describe the roots of the American labor movement and its transition to the present. 2. Differentiate the challenges for unions and employers in the workplace of today. 3. Discuss the concept of collective bargaining. 4. Discuss the concept of unfair labor practices and union avoidance strategies. 5. Construct a labor agreement. 6. Distinguish among negotiation models, strategies, and tactics. 7. Judge the market factors, including wage, salary, and benefits, impact labor negotiations. 8. Compare and contrast unions' and employers' concerns with job seniority and security. 9. Distinguish among the grievance and disciplinary procedures, mediation, and arbitration.

10. Examine the future of the labor movement in the 21st century. 11. Interpret the laws impacting unions and equal employment. 12. Discuss the worldwide labor movement.

Credits Upon completion of this course, the students will earn three (3) hours of college credit.

Course Structure

1. Unit Learning Outcomes: Each unit contains Learning Outcomes that specify the measurable skills and knowledge students should gain upon completion of the unit.

2. Unit Lesson: Each unit contains a Unit Lesson, which discusses unit material. 3. Reading Assignments: Each unit contains Reading Assignments from one or more chapters from the textbook 4. Key Terms: Key Terms are intended to guide students in their course of study. Students should pay particular

attention to Key Terms as they represent important concepts within the unit material and reading. 5. Discussion Boards: Discussion Boards are a part of all CSU term courses. Information and specifications

regarding these assignments are provided in the Academic Policies listed in the Course Menu bar. 6. Assessments: This course contains eight Unit Assessments, one to be completed at the end of each unit.

Assessments are composed of written response questions. 7. Unit Assignment: Students are required to submit for grading a Unit Assignment in Unit VIII. Specific information

and instructions regarding this assignment are provided below. A grading rubric is included with the assignment. Specific information about accessing this rubric is provided below.

MHR 6751, Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining Course Syllabus

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9. Student Break Room: This communication forum allows for casual conversation with your classmates.

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Unit Assignment Course Project Select ONE of the following three options for your course project. Your paper should be a well-organized paper of six to eight pages in length (in addition to a title page identifying your name and the course number), clearly articulated, and to the point. Your paper must reflect APA style and contain at least three references other than the textbook, which may include Internet sources, professional journal articles, or other resources from the CSU Online Library.

1. Select a topic covered in the course and have it approved by the instructor. Then conduct research on the topic to determine historical trends and recent developments. Before completing your paper, have your instructor approve your bibliography.

2. You are the Human Resource Director for a 500-bed hospital. You have learned that the American Professionals Union is attempting to unionize your 1,000 registered nurses. The CEO has asked you to draft a plan—either supporting the nurses in their efforts OR attempting to remain union-free. Draft solid arguments—either pro or con—for presentation and recommendation to the CEO.

3. Much political effort has been given to the passage and implementation of the “Employee Free Choice Act.” Your local U.S. representative has asked you, the local HR group president, to submit a position paper to her regarding the HR group's position on the strengths and weaknesses of the proposed legislation. Your work could influence the Representative's vote—make your arguments fact-based and strong.

Your course project is due by the end of Unit VIII. Information about accessing the Blackboard Grading Rubric for this assignment is provided below.

APA Guidelines The application of the APA writing style shall be practical, functional, and appropriate to each academic level, with the primary purpose being the documentation (citation) of sources. CSU requires that students use APA style for certain papers and projects. Students should always carefully read and follow assignment directions and review the associated grading rubric when available. Students can find CSU’s Citation Guide in the myCSU Student Portal by clicking on the “Citation Resources” link in the “Learning Resources” area. This document includes examples and sample papers and provides information on how to contact the CSU Success Center.

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Grading Rubrics This course utilizes analytic grading rubrics as tools for your professor in assigning grades for all learning activities. Each rubric serves as a guide that communicates the expectations of the learning activity and describes the criteria for each level of achievement. In addition, a rubric is a reference tool that lists evaluation criteria and can help you organize your efforts to meet the requirements of that learning activity. It is imperative for you to familiarize yourself with these rubrics because these are the primary tools your professor uses for assessing learning activities. Rubric categories include: (1) Discussion Board, (2) Assessment (Written Response), and (3) Assignment. However, it is possible that not all of the listed rubric types will be used in a single course (e.g., some courses may not have Assessments). The Discussion Board rubric can be found within Unit I’s Discussion Board submission instructions. The Assessment (Written Response) rubric can be found embedded in a link within the directions for each Unit Assessment. However, these rubrics will only be used when written-response questions appear within the Assessment. Each Assignment type (e.g., article critique, case study, research paper) will have its own rubric. The Assignment rubrics are built into Blackboard, allowing students to review them prior to beginning the Assignment and again once the Assignment has been scored. This rubric can be accessed via the Assignment link located within the unit where it is to be submitted. Students may also access the rubric through the course menu by selecting “Tools” and then “My Grades.” Again, it is vitally important for you to become familiar with these rubrics because their application to your Discussion Boards, Assessments, and Assignments is the method by which your instructor assigns all grades.

Communication Forums These are non-graded discussion forums that allow you to communicate with your professor and other students. Participation in these discussion forums is encouraged, but not required. You can access these forums with the buttons in the Course Menu. Instructions for subscribing/unsubscribing to these forums are provided below. Click here for instructions on how to subscribe/unsubscribe and post to the Communication Forums. Ask the Professor This communication forum provides you with an opportunity to ask your professor general or course content questions. Questions may focus on Blackboard locations of online course components, textbook or course content elaboration, additional guidance on assessment requirements, or general advice from other students. Questions that are specific in nature, such as inquiries regarding assessment/assignment grades or personal accommodation requests, are NOT to be posted on this forum. If you have questions, comments, or concerns of a non- public nature, please feel free to email your professor. Responses to your post will be addressed or emailed by the professor within 48 hours. Before posting, please ensure that you have read all relevant course documentation, including the syllabus, assessment/assignment instructions, faculty feedback, and other important information. Student Break Room This communication forum allows for casual conversation with your classmates. Communication on this forum should always maintain a standard of appropriateness and respect for your fellow classmates. This forum should NOT be used to share assessment answers.

Grading

Discussion Board (8 @ 2%) = 16% Unit Assessments (8 @ 8%) = 64% Course Project = 20% Total =100%

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Course Schedule/Checklist (PLEASE PRINT)

The following pages contain a printable Course Schedule to assist you through this course. By following this schedule, you will be assured that you will complete the course within the time allotted.

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MHR 6751, Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining Course Schedule

By following this schedule, you will be assured that you will complete the course within the time allotted. Please keep this schedule for reference as you progress through your course.

Unit I Labor Relations Overview

Review:  Unit Study Guide

Read:  Chapter 1: History and Law  Chapter 2: Challenges and Opportunities

Discuss:

 Discussion Board Response: Submit your response to the Discussion Board question by Saturday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

 Discussion Board Comment: Comment on another student’s Discussion Board response by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

Submit:  Assessment by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

Notes/Goals:

Unit II Bargaining Units and Unfair Labor Practices

Review:  Unit Study Guide

Read:  Chapter 3: Establishing a Bargaining Unit  Chapter 4: Unfair Labor Practices

Discuss:

 Discussion Board Response: Submit your response to the Discussion Board question by Saturday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

 Discussion Board Comment: Comment on another student’s Discussion Board response by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

Submit:  Assessment by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

Notes/Goals:

Unit III Negotiations

Review:  Unit Study Guide

Read:  Chapter 5: Negotiating an Agreement  Chapter 6: Negotiation Models, Strategies, and Tactics

Discuss:

 Discussion Board Response: Submit your response to the Discussion Board question by Saturday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

 Discussion Board Comment: Comment on another student’s Discussion Board response by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

Submit:  Assessment by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

Notes/Goals:

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MHR 6751, Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining Course Schedule

Unit IV Wage and Benefit Issues

Review:  Unit Study Guide

Read:  Chapter 7: Wage and Salary Issues  Chapter 8: Employee Benefits

Discuss:

 Discussion Board Response: Submit your response to the Discussion Board question by Saturday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

 Discussion Board Comment: Comment on another student’s Discussion Board response by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

Submit:  Assessment by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

Notes/Goals:

Unit V Job Security and Seniority

Review:  Unit Study Guide

Read:  Chapter 9: Job Security and Seniority

Discuss:

 Discussion Board Response: Submit your response to the Discussion Board question by Saturday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

 Discussion Board Comment: Comment on another student’s Discussion Board response by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

Submit:  Assessment by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

Notes/Goals:

Unit VI Collective Bargaining in Action

Review:  Unit Study Guide

Read:  Chapter 10: Implementing the Collective Bargaining Agreement  Chapter 11: Grievance and Disciplinary Procedures

Discuss:

 Discussion Board Response: Submit your response to the Discussion Board question by Saturday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

 Discussion Board Comment: Comment on another student’s Discussion Board response by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

Submit:  Assessment by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

Notes/Goals:

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MHR 6751, Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining Course Schedule

Unit VII The Arbitration Process

Review:  Unit Study Guide

Read:  Chapter 12: The Arbitration Process

Discuss:

 Discussion Board Response: Submit your response to the Discussion Board question by Saturday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

 Discussion Board Comment: Comment on another student’s Discussion Board response by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

Submit:  Assessment by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

Notes/Goals:

Unit VIII Comparative Global Industrial Relations

Review:  Unit Study Guide

Read:  Chapter 13: Comparative Global Industrial Relations

Discuss:

 Discussion Board Response: Submit your response to the Discussion Board question by Saturday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

 Discussion Board Comment: Comment on another student’s Discussion Board response by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

Submit:  Assessment by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)  Course Project by Tuesday, 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

Notes/Goals: