Labour Economics and Industrial Relations
48 monthsProgramme duration
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Social Policy and Administration
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Bachelor's
Study Mode
On Campus
The Labour Economics and Industrial Relations (LEIR) program is an interdisciplinary academic field that examines the complex and dynamic relationships among workers, employers, trade unions, and the state within the framework of labor markets and employment systems. Rooted in social sciences, particularly economics, sociology, law, and political science, the program aims to develop a critical understanding of how labor markets function and how industrial relations shape socio-economic outcomes in both national and global contexts. Students enrolled in this program are introduced to foundational concepts such as employment relations, labor law, collective bargaining, wage determination, labor market segmentation, human resource management, and social dialogue. The curriculum also emphasizes contemporary challenges including globalization, precarious work, digital transformation, gender inequality, migration, and demographic aging. The program cultivates analytical and research skills, enabling graduates to assess labor market policies, workplace practices, and institutional arrangements with a critical and evidence-based approach. By engaging with theoretical frameworks and empirical studies, students gain the tools to evaluate labor dynamics from the perspectives of efficiency, equity, and social justice. Graduates of LEIR programs are well-equipped for careers in public institutions, labor unions, employer associations, international organizations, NGOs, research centers, and human resources departments. The program also provides a solid foundation for those pursuing academic or policy-oriented postgraduate studies.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Social Policy and Administration
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Bachelor's
Study Mode
On Campus
The Labour Economics and Industrial Relations (LEIR) program is an interdisciplinary academic field that examines the complex and dynamic relationships among workers, employers, trade unions, and the state within the framework of labor markets and employment systems. Rooted in social sciences, particularly economics, sociology, law, and political science, the program aims to develop a critical understanding of how labor markets function and how industrial relations shape socio-economic outcomes in both national and global contexts. Students enrolled in this program are introduced to foundational concepts such as employment relations, labor law, collective bargaining, wage determination, labor market segmentation, human resource management, and social dialogue. The curriculum also emphasizes contemporary challenges including globalization, precarious work, digital transformation, gender inequality, migration, and demographic aging. The program cultivates analytical and research skills, enabling graduates to assess labor market policies, workplace practices, and institutional arrangements with a critical and evidence-based approach. By engaging with theoretical frameworks and empirical studies, students gain the tools to evaluate labor dynamics from the perspectives of efficiency, equity, and social justice. Graduates of LEIR programs are well-equipped for careers in public institutions, labor unions, employer associations, international organizations, NGOs, research centers, and human resources departments. The program also provides a solid foundation for those pursuing academic or policy-oriented postgraduate studies.
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1+
4 Years
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