HRM501 Labour Market Studies (8)

This subject introduces students to the economics of the contemporary Australian labour market by exploring the structure of labour supply, labour demand and how they interact to determine market equilibrium, wages and employment. Both the neoclassical and institutional schools are employed to provide students with a critical understanding of labour markets. The role of investment in human capital and training on labour productivity is covered. Institutional dimensions of labour markets are explored including the roles of trade unions and Centrelink. The subject also reviews Government policies to improve the quality of labour market.
 

Subject Outlines
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No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2018.

Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Accounting and Finance

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to identify, explain and evaluate the impact of factors influencing labour supply and demand
  • be able to analyse critically the costs and benefits of education and training in the labour market
  • be able to critically evaluate the behaviour of firms and unions within a labour market context
  • be able to analyse discrimination, disadvantage and unemployment within the labour market
  • be able to interpret, evaluate and explain the labour market policy intervention of the Government.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • The labour markets
  • Supply of labour
  • Demand for labour
  • Investment in human capital: education and training
  • Wage determination
  • Alternative approaches to labour markets
  • Labour and trade unions
  • Unemployment
  • Australian labour market: policy issues.

Contact

Current Students

For any enquiries about subject selection or course structure please contact Student Central or ask@csu.edu.au or phone on 1800 275 278.

Prospective Students

For further information about Charles Sturt University, or this course offering, please contact info.csu on 1800 275 278 (free call within Australia) or enquire online.

The information contained in the 2018 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: August 2018. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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