Knowledge

The student…

possesses knowledge of collective labor law and the labor law methodology, including the connections between individual and collective labor law
is familiar with the role of organizations in collective labor law, the rules regarding freedom of association, and the relationship between organizations and their members
has knowledge of the concept of collective agreements, the requirements for collective agreements, and the processes for the creation, formulation, or revision of collective agreements
understands the effects, duration, and binding nature of collective agreements, as well as the interplay between statutory provisions and collective agreements
has insight into the rules regarding industrial action, dispute resolution, and the role of union representatives, including the duty of peace, legal disputes, interest disputes, mediation, and strike notices

Skills

The student…

can identify a labor law issue and apply the labor law methodology to resolve questions within collective labor law
can identify and analyze the role of organizations and the rules regarding freedom of association in specific situations
can evaluate and formulate collective agreements, as well as understand their effects and duration in practice
can analyze how collective agreements influence employment contracts in light of statutory provisions
can handle disputes between collective bargaining parties, including legal disputes and interest disputes, and apply the rules regarding mediation and strike notices
can acquire new and updated knowledge about collective labor law regardless of the collective bargaining area in which they work

General Competence

The student…

can reflect on and discuss the connections between individual and collective labor law
understands and can convey the significance of collective agreements and their impact on employment relationships
can contribute to resolving labor law disputes in a professional and ethically sound manner
can collaborate with union representatives and other stakeholders in the workplace to promote good working conditions and resolve conflicts
has developed the necessary prerequisites to resolve collective labor law issues independently of the area
has insights that can qualify them as a representative or advisor for employees, employers, or organizations, and can be applied in negotiations, dispute resolution, and the application of collective agreements

Subject description 6375

Collective labor law