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HRM 586 Labor Relations Final
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employers, and which favor unions? Close out with a discussion of the importance of these
laws within the scope of the negotiating teams. (Points : 34)
4. (TCO D) Describe the differences of operations between the local unions and national
unions. How are each involved in helping union employees? Describe the interactions
between employees and representatives at both levels. (Points : 34)
5. (TCO E) The AFL-CIO and its leaders from the past help define the labor movement in
the U.S. and help define where the union movement is today. How have the AFL-CIO
(federation) national and local unions been involved politically? What impact has this had
on unions and legislation passed? (Points : 34)
1. (TCO I) When you examine a negotiated agreement, you will find a variety of issues that
can be put into the category of wages or economic concerns. However, the contract is not
limited to these issues. There are a variety of issues that go beyond economic concerns,
such as the union obligations. It is not just that management is required to perform a
certain way according to the requirements of the contract. It is often felt by management
that they are giving up everything in order to live by the contract. From a management
point of view, the union has taken control without obligation through the function of the
contract.
(a) Evaluate the obligations that the union might have under the contract in terms of what
they mean to the functioning of the union and management.
(b) Lay out a plan to help management implement its options if the union does not meet its
obligations. (Points : 34)
2. (TCO G) Two industries (Industry X and Industry Y) are run by labor unions. Even
though the unions overseeing these industries are considered honest and conscientious, we
have seen a large disparity in pay between the industries. In fact, the wages in Industry X
are now three times the rate as those of Industry Y. What factors account for the
differences in these two industries? (Points : 34)
3. (TCO F) The centerpiece of almost every negotiation is the issue of wages. The topic has
become complex and is typically the catalyst for a strike. Of course, the topic of wages is
multidimensional. Its not just the salary that union member are making that impacts the
profitability of the organization or the cost of products and services on the market. There
are other costs that go into making up the total reward paid to any employee, including the
union worker. It is this bigger picture of labor costs that concerns management during
negotiations. While the union is focusing on what they can get in terms of total income to
the union member, management is looking at the impact of these cost on the total business
picture.
(a) Compare the methods available for the adjustment of wages during the effective period
of the labor agreement. Make this comparison in light of the organization in which you
currently work or recently worked.
(b) From a management perspective, defend what you would judge to be the most desirable
arrangement for your organization. Be sure to include other factors around the wage issue
that might impact your decision. (Points : 38)