Dibrugarh University - B.Com 6th Semester: Trade Unionism Syllabus

Course No. 602 TRADE UNIONISM (TRUM XXII)

Marks: 80 Hours: 40

Objective : The objective of this course is to orient students about the concept and the role and functions of Trade Unionism S

Course Contents:

Unit-I: Introduction to Trade Unionism: Concept, functions, Objectives and Structure of Trade Unionism. Recognition of Trade Unionism, Problems of Indian Trade Unions, Growth of Trade Union movement in India.     20 : 10 hrs

Unit-II: White Collar Trade Unions-Meaning and features. Growth of white collar unions in India, differences between white collar workers and blue collar workers, Managerial Associations-nature, growth and activities of Managerial Association.                      20 : 10 hrs

Unit-III: Employers’ Association-Introduction, Aims and Objectives. Growth of Employers’ Associations. Organization and Management of Employers’ Association in India.                 20 : 10 hrs

Unit-IV: International Labour organization- Background, Structure, Major activities of ILO, The Philadelphia Declaration. Impact of ILO in Labour Legislation in India.                      20 : 10 hrs

Text and Reference Books:

1. Modi. S. Dynamics of Trade Unionism. (Recommended in the earlier/existing syllabus)

2. Sing B.D. Industrial Relations Emerging Paradigms, (2009), Publisher- EXCEL BOOKS, A-45, Naraina, Phase-I, New Delhi-110 028