BA Labor Studies
Course Overview
Labor Studies is an interdisciplinary field that provides a comprehensive understanding of the world of work, employment, and the relationship between workers and management. This program equips students with the analytical skills to examine the labor force, workers' organizations, and the evolving nature of industry. A degree in labor studies serves as a direct pathway to a career in labor relations or an advanced degree in law or graduate school.
Key Program Highlights
- Gain expertise in core areas like labor-management relations, the history of the labor movement, and the impact of technology on work.
- Develop valuable quantitative analysis skills and choose a specialized concentration in economics, sociology, or urban studies.
- Prepare for diverse careers with labor organizations, corporate management, government agencies, or non-profits.
- Build a strong foundation for advanced studies in law, public policy, business, or industrial relations.
- Explore critical theories of work, workplace organization, and the socioeconomic forces shaping modern employment.
Course Overview
Labor Studies is an interdisciplinary field that provides a comprehensive understanding of the world of work, employment, and the relationship between workers and management. This program equips students with the analytical skills to examine the labor force, workers' organizations, and the evolving nature of industry. A degree in labor studies serves as a direct pathway to a career in labor relations or an advanced degree in law or graduate school.
Key Program Highlights
- Gain expertise in core areas like labor-management relations, the history of the labor movement, and the impact of technology on work.
- Develop valuable quantitative analysis skills and choose a specialized concentration in economics, sociology, or urban studies.
- Prepare for diverse careers with labor organizations, corporate management, government agencies, or non-profits.
- Build a strong foundation for advanced studies in law, public policy, business, or industrial relations.
- Explore critical theories of work, workplace organization, and the socioeconomic forces shaping modern employment.
