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New - Work and Labour Studies

4 May 2023

New Co-op Program Option Work and Labour Studies How are new technologies (like robots) impacting our jobs? Degree options How can we achieve gender and racial equity at work? To apply to Work and Labour Studies, students must successfully Can we find a way to make work healthier mentally and physically – complete a Social Sciences Level I program, including in one of Work and and maybe even rewar. [...] Skills development WRKLABR 1D03 • Learn to solve problems using critical, reasoned thought Technology and the Future of Work • Develop a well-rounded, holistic view of social and economic issues This course explores the future of work in the face of the advances in in all their complexity robotics, artificial intelligence, and other technologies, and consider which • Hone communication skills thro. [...] • Develop writing skills for a variety of audiences, including through descriptive reports and analytical papers WRKLABR 1E03 • Analyze root causes of social problems, and work towards solutions Navigating the World of Work with diverse groups of people Work is central to our quality of life, identities, and well-being. [...] This course explores the changing nature of • Human Resources Manager • Union Representatives today’s increasingly global workplaces and labour markets, the way that • Human Rights and Labour Lawyer • Policy Analyst class, ‘race’, gender and ability shape our access to work, the laws and • Labour Relations Manager regulations that define workplace rights and obligations, and the • Occupational Hea. [...] Beyond first year “All of my classes have provided me MEET A with the skills and knowledge FELLOW Choose from a variety of courses, such as: to allow me to be successful STUDENT • Creating and Connecting: Pop Culture, Social Media and Work in my future career path • Gender, Sexuality and Work by encouraging me to ask • Labour and Employment Law questions and explore my • Labour and Globalization c.
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