TRADE UNION STUDIES

Major Introduction

Trade Union Studies is an important discipline guided by Marxist theory and methods, focusing on the study of the origin and development of trade unions and the laws of trade union activities. 

The aim of this program is to cultivate talents with a solid Marxist theoretical foundation, mastering the basic theories, knowledge, and skills of trade union studies. Graduates will be able to work in trade union organizations, government departments, enterprises, and other sectors in areas such as trade union work, labor relations coordination, and social policy research.

Training Objectives

The goal is to cultivate individuals who firmly believe in Marxism, master the basic theories and knowledge of trade union studies, understand the history and current status of trade union movements, familiarize themselves with China's trade union laws and regulations, and develop strong organizational, coordination, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

These individuals will be able to work in trade union organizations, government departments, enterprises, and other sectors, engaging in trade union work, labor relations coordination, and social policy research.

Graduation Requirements

Graduates are expected to possess the following abilities:

• Master the basic principles of Marxism and the basic theories of trade union studies.

• Understand the history, current status, and development trends of trade union movements.

• Be familiar with China's trade union laws, regulations, and policies.

• Possess practical skills in trade union organization, trade union activity planning, and labor relations coordination.

• Be able to conduct research in trade union studies and write academic papers.

• Possess strong communication, organizational, coordination skills, and team spirit.

Core Courses

• Introduction to Marxist Basic Principles

• Principles of Trade Union Studies

• Trade Union Law

• Labor Relations

• Labor Economics

• Social Security Studies

• Comparative Trade Union Studies

• Trade Union Organization and Management

• Trade Union Political Work

• Trade Union Statistics

Research Directions in Trade Union Studies

• Trade Union Organization and Management

• Trade Union Political Work

• Labor Relations Coordination

• Trade Union Jurisprudence

• Trade Union Sociology

• Trade Unions and Social Development

• Comparative Trade Union Research

Degree Awarded

Graduates of the Trade Union Studies program are typically awarded a Bachelor of Law or Bachelor degree.

Career Development

Graduates of this program have good career prospects and can work in the following fields:

• Trade Union Organizations: Trade union cadres, trade union business backbones, etc.

• Government Departments: Labor security, social security, labor relations coordination, etc.

• Enterprises: Human resource management, employee relations management, etc.

• Research Institutions: Trade union studies, labor relations research, etc.

• Social Organizations: Social work, community services, etc.

Related Majors

• Scientific Socialism

• History of the Communist Party of China

• Ideological and Political Education

• Marxist Theory

Top Schools for Trade Union Studies Program

• China Institute of Industrial Relations