Employment Law and Policy

Graduate

Examines the role that workplace legislation plays in shaping the workplace environment. A systematic overview is given of the legal and regulatory frameworks that govern employer-employee relations in union and non-union workplaces. The course focuses on laws and regulations related to employment standards, collective bargaining, arbitration, union certification, and human rights. Some consideration is also given to other legislation of relevance to human resource management including laws related to payroll taxes, pensions, and privacy. The course aims to prepare students to evaluate and respond effectively to the wide range of legal issues encountered in practice. Students are also encouraged to consider how laws and policies influence equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.