Key words
Social consultation
Objectives
To gain an insight into the theoretical model of social consultation in Belgium;
To gain an understaning of how social consultation is conducted and make students better acquainted with the organizations which are a party to those discussions at the different levels;
To give students a basic knowledge of social consultation at the European level;
Introduction to several social consultative bodies at the global level;
To develop an objectively critical outlook on the different key players and their respective responsibilities in the labour process: government organizations, employers'associations, trade unions, ...
Prerequisites
Building on the basic knowledge gained in the training module "Empoyment Law" in "Social Work - Year 2".
Topics
Contextualization of the basic concept of "social policy" (inc. the legal framework in which this is embedded) and also the impact this has on the HR-worker's sphere of activity and the way (s)he operates.
So as to get an idea of the policy that's being pursued at the different levels, a face-to-face organizations and services. All visits are well prepared and are followed by an after-the-event discussions.
To add gravitas to the proceedings, guest speakers are also invited.
Teaching Methods
lectures, guest speakers, study visits to organizations, assignments, ...
Materials used
- Syllabus
- Course materials sourced from the above organizations
Study guidance
Assessment
Scoring system:
Examination: no
Assignments: yes (worth 14 points)
Continuous assessment: yes (worth 6 points) (criteria: attendance, preparation of the visits, objectively critical reflections and factual reporting as regards content).
Study costs
Learning pack: ca. 2,5 euro.
Lecturer(s)
Annick Verstraete
Language
Dutch
|
|
