With the exception of a previous presidential administration’s pronouncement of executive orders that limited labor–management relations in public sector agencies for the duration of the administration, partnerships between the two groups have grown in recent years. The legal structure guiding the progress in issues brought to the table is vague, while every year historically the volume of proposed legislation is large.
The human resource manager (HRM), in concert with labor relations attorneys and specialists, must understand the complexity and involvement in both union conceptual approaches to issues as well as existing collective bargaining agreements or the negotiation of new or updated agreements.
Consider the following scenario:
You are the human resource manager for an agency that is exploring the implications of changing their stance on unionization in its workforce. You have been asked by senior leadership to submit a proposal that will help determine the path the agency will pursue.
Write a 750- to 1,000-word opinion paper on the following:
Take a position in the debate on the ethics of unions.
If you are arguing for the ethical need for unions, explain and support your views.
If you are arguing against unions because you believe they are unethical, explain and support your position.
Defend your position by articulating causes and effects contributing to this belief.
Provide evidence of your defense.
Cite any sources to support your assignment.
Format your assignment according to APA guidelines.
