Managing Industrial Relations Processes

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Managing Industrial Relations Processes (HRM259)

Synopsis

HRM259 Managing Industrial Relations Processes is aimed at equipping students with an appreciation of the workings of tripartite relations in Singapore. This course addresses the skills and knowledge to support industrial relations activities. It provides a broad perspective of industrial relations in Singapore, providing students with a clear understanding of the role of each tripartite partner as well as key activities relating to effective labour-management relations. Students will also gain an important overall view of the collective bargaining process.

Level: 2
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: EVERY JULY

Topics

Industrial relations practices
Tripartism
Legal framework governing the practice of industrial relations in Singapore
Trade unions in Singapore, their development and role in nation building
Employers federations in Singapore, their development and role in nation building
The role of the State as a regulator and biggest employer
Labour-management relations: models and practices
Fair Consideration Framework and fair employment practices
Code of Industrial Relations Practices
Collective bargaining processes and legal framework
Wage system and restructuring
Grievance handling, dispute resolution and negotiation in organisations

Learning Outcome

Discuss the role of tripartism in promoting industrial harmony.
Examine industrial relations initiatives and collective bargaining processes.
Assess the effectiveness of industrial relations/HRM policies and practices.
Explain the legal framework and structures governing industrial relations in Singapore.
Contrast Singapore’s industrial relations approaches and practices with other countries.
Apply the knowledge and concepts taught in class to the student’s work setting.
Debate the rationale for different industrial relations policies/practices at both national and workplace levels.