This course will cover the basics of increasing the power of a local union as well as the skills necessary for a positive public union campaign. Specifically, we will address…

Purpose of the Course: The purpose of this course is to prepare contract negotiators to draft  effective collective bargaining proposals. Grievances and costly arbitration's often arise out of unclear contract language. Many locals and employers do not use attorneys to assist with drafting during the  collective bargaining process, and sometimes disputes arise from ambiguous provisions.…

Together, in this 5-week class you will learn about and discuss: Key historical moments and recurring trends in American labor relations Major labor legislation and the current legal framework underpinning…