• Level 6
  • 20 Credits
  • 0.1667 EFTS
  • Delivery type:
    Online
  • Course duration: 16 weeks
  • Course cost:
    $890 NZ Domestic
    $2,104 NZ International
  • Workload - Approximately 13 hours per week
  • Availability
    Monthly course availability for upcoming periods
    Not available
    Oct
    2027

This online course examines current employment legislation, processes and practices.

You will get an understanding of the relationship between employers, employees, unions and other employment relations participants, with particular emphasis on contemporary developments in the field, and recognising the multiple perspectives inherent in the subject.

It takes a generic focus on the subject and recognises the multiple perspectives inherent in the subject.

For more information watch the course introduction video below.

What you will learn

When you complete this course you will have an understanding of industrial relations policies and processes, and the effects of the social-economic and legislative frameworks within which they operate. You will be able to:

  • identify key factors in the development of employment relations in New Zealand
  • explain key current legislation and how it affects the employment relationship
  • understand and apply legal provisions in an analysis of the relationship between parties
  • analyse employment agreements for legal compliance
  • explain and apply legal requirements in resolving employment relationship problems
  • analyse an employment agreement negotiation.

Assessment

100% internal assessment 

Textbooks

No textbooks are required for this course

Computer and internet requirements

This course is delivered online, so you will access your course material and submit assessments online. Our online courses may include reading, videos, quizzes or activities, and you may need to download content.

For online learning you need:

  • Access to a laptop or desktop computer
  • Reliable internet and data plan.  

If you are unsure if your current computer, Windows or internet access will allow you to study online, please contact us before applying to enrol. 

Find out more about online learning 

How to apply

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