COURSE DESCRIPTION
In this course, students will investigate the legal and regulatory backdrop for the management of organizational Human Resources. Students will analyze legislation and legal precedents that guide employers' actions and decisions and affect their relationships with their employees.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
After completing Employment Law, you should be able to:
- Describe fundamental principles of employment law.
- Analyze the employment relationship in a regulatory context.
- Investigate the legal and ethical implications of discrimination in employment.
- Examine regulatory processes and HR dilemmas associated with the employment environment.
- Explore issues related to diversity management and a multicultural workforce.
- Synthesize course concepts to formulate recommendations for HR and managerial decision-making.
- Teacher: Cheryl Zelle