MGMT 2430 Chapter Notes - Chapter 16: Secret Ballot
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The ongoing interactions between labour unions and management in organizations. Labour union an officially recognized body representing a group of employees who have joined together to present a collective voice in dealing with management. Union contract formal agreement between an employer and the union. Labour relations strategy component of an organization"s hr strategy, specific to the plan for dealing with unions. Business unionism activities of labour unions focusing on economic and welfare systems. Social unionism activities aimed at influencing government economic and social policies. Craft union labour organization representing workers practicing the same craft/trade. Industrial union labour organization representing all workers eligible for union membership in a particular company/industry. Employees desire to seek collective representation: reasons why individuals join unions. The union organizing campaign begins: steps involved. Authorization card a card signed by an employee that indicates their willingness to have the union act as their representative for purposes of collective bargaining. Union receives official recognition: voluntary recognition, regular certification.