Understanding Labor Relations and Conflict Theories

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Course Outline

  1. Labor relations definition and scope
  2. Conflict theories: Marxist and functionalist
  3. Labor conflict and strike dynamics
  4. Trade unions: compensatory control and power
  5. Business associations and ideological influence
  6. Collective bargaining: concept and negotiation types
  7. Collective bargaining: State and Spanish structure
  8. New business culture: management ideology
  9. New business culture II: ADEGI and Confebask
  10. Trust-based collaboration and wage productivity links

1. Labor relations definition and scope

Key Concepts & Definitions

  • Labor relations (LL.R.) : Labor relations are the institutions and rules that organize social life at work and in the wider economy.
  • Institutions and rules : Institutions and rules are the formal frameworks that regulate how labor-related social life functions.
  • Social actors : Social actors are the individuals and groups who interact in labor matters, such as employers and employees, and their collectives.
  • Collectives : Collectives are organized group actors in labor relations, including employers’ associations and trade unions.
  • State intervention : State intervention is the role of government in supervising, transforming, and shaping labor relations outcomes.

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1. What best describes labor relations as a field of study?

2. Which element is always present in labor relations, even if its activity varies in intensity?

3. In Marxist conflict theory, what is the main source of social change?

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Labor relations — definition?

Institutions and rules organizing work and economy.

Conflict theories — main types?

Marxist (conflict-driven change), functionalist (balance and consensus).

Marxist conflict focus?

Class struggle and social change.

Functionalist view?

Society as a stable, consensus-based system.

Strike — key element?

Temporary work stoppage by workers.

Trade unions — role?

Counterbalance business power via collective action.

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