This questions are about a Labor Relations Class (Human Resources)

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Question num. one

Of all the personal and professional attributes that a covenant negotiator must have, which do you consider to be the most important and significant that you must possess? Prepare a list of the attributes that a negotiator should have and indicate the most important in your opinion and why.

Question num. 2

Collective bargaining has long been viewed by scholars as an "art." More recently, however, scholars have begun to see collective bargaining as a "science." Explain your position on this statement. Indicate whether you agree or disagree and say why. Be detailed in your answer. Because some think it is an art and others think it is a science.

Question num. 3

From an employer's point of view, what advantages and disadvantages do you see in reducing a grievance to a formal written complaint. Do you consider that a verbal complaint is better than a formal written complaint? Be specific about the advantages and disadvantages of each modality. Do not forget that your opinion is requested from the employer's point of view

Question num. 4

Why might the management of a company or the union itself prefer not to have an arbitration clause contained in a negotiated collective agreement? What use is arbitration? Do you consider arbitration to be a useful tool for conflict resolution? You would recommend negotiating a collective agreement that does not contain an arbitration clause. Be highly specific in your opinion.

Question num. 5

Generally, collective agreements contain clauses regarding wages and the subsequent adjustments that must be made during the term of the agreement. If you are a union representative and are negotiating an agreement, what would be the elements related to wages that you would negotiate for the benefit of your enrollment. What compensation elements would you include in your agreement as part of your salary definition. What if any would you suggest to address gradual wage increases, namely: percentage increases, performance-based increases, increases based on some economic formula, or increases based on government determinations? Would you prefer a combination of factors? As structuring its clauses related to wages. Be highly specific. Do not forget that you are a representative of the workers.