The Labor Relations Process

by Holley, William H.; Jennings, Kenneth M.; Wolters, Roger S.

• ISBN13: 9780324200140
• ISBN10: 0324200145
• Edition: 8th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2004-07-08
• Publisher: South-Western College Pub

Summary

This comprehensive text provides the current information on research studies, issues and events in labor relations. The book integrates real-world examples and quotes from practitioners in order to bring this dynamic field to life. The Labor Relations Process examines the labor movement from its inception to current and emerging trends, including such topics as unions, labor agreements, collective bargaining, arbitration and labor relations in various business segments including government, white collar, and international contexts. The book gives an in-depth analysis of all facets of the relationship between management and labor, including a study of the rights and responsibilities of unions and management, the negotiation and administration of labor agreements, and labor-management cooperation. Other topics that are explored include the results of the labor relations process and collective bargaining issues such as health care costs containment, pensions, labor productivity and alternative work arrangements.

Author Biography

Roger S. Wolters is an Associate Professor in the Department of Management at Auburn University. Kenneth M. Jennings, Jr. was the Richard de Raismes Proefssor of Industrial Relations at the University of North Florida, where he taught undergraduate and graduate courses in labor relations and human resource management. William H. Holley, Jr. taught labor relations, collective bargaining, and arbitration for 32 years at Auburn University.

Table of Contents

Recognizing Rights And Responsibilities Of Unions Andmanagement

Union-Management Relationships in Perspective

Evolution of Labor-Management Relationships

Labor Law: Background and Basic Principles

Unions and Management: Key Participants in the Labor Relations Process

Why and How Unions are Organized

The Bargain Process and Outcomes

Negotiating the Labor Agreement

Economic Issues

Administrative Issues

Resolving Negotiation (Interest) Disputes

Administering The Labor Agreement

Contract Administration

Labor and Employment Arbitration

Employee Discipline

Applying The Labor Relations Process To Different Labor Relations Systems

Labor Relations in the Public Sector

Labor Relations in Multinational Corporations and in Other Countries

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