Module Details

Module Code: MGMT6013
Title: Elements of Employee Relations
Long Title: Elements of Employee Relations
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 3450 - Business & Management
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is designed to introduce the student to the basic functions of Employer/Employee Relationship and the framework within which this relationship is regulated.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Discuss the employer/employee relationship.
LO2 Explain the role of Trade Unions and Employers Organisations in the context of Irish Employee Relations.
LO3 Discuss the importance of fair procedures within dispute resolution.
LO4 Describe the role of relevant Institutions and Organisations in employee relations disputes.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
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Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Employee Relations
The nature and context of the employment relationship - rights, duties and expectations arising from the psychological contract, contract of employment and relevant legislation.
Employers and Trade Union Organisations
The role and structure of Trade Unions and Employer Organisations. Advantages and Disadvantages of joining such associations. Trends in membership.
Institutions involved in Dispute Resolution
Introduction to the relevant institutional framework - background, aims, objectives, structure, function, operation, usage and reform/evolution. Workplace Relations Reform 2015
Collective Bargaining
The development of the concept of Collective Bargaining. The roles played by Employer Organisations and Trade Unions and their relevance as significant lobbying forces in their capacity as Social Partners.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework50.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Dispute Resolutions
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Classic Lecture Every Week 3.00 3
Lecturer Supervised Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Reading, Research and Private Study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Classic Lecture Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Directed Learning, Research and Private Study Every Week 5.00 5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Joseph Wallace, Patrick Gunnigle, Gerard McMahon and Michelle O'Sullivan. (2013), Industrial relations in Ireland, 4th. Gill & Macmillan Ltd, [ISBN: 9780717143818].
  • Gunnigle Partick. (2011), Human Resourse Management in Ireland, 4th. Gill and Macmillan, [ISBN: 9780717149797].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • John Eardly. (2008), Employees: Know Your Rights in Irish Law, First Law, [ISBN: 9781904480808].
  • Mary Faulkner. (2013), Essentials of Irish Labour Law, 2nd. Gill and Macmillan, [ISBN: 9780717152629].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_BHRMN_7 Bachelor of Arts in Human Resource Management 2 Mandatory
CR_BCPPR_6 Certificate in Human Resource Management and Development 2 Mandatory