Study and discussion for this course on the history and development of American labor include the following topics: why unions exist; the history of collective bargaining and labor-management relations in the United States; unionism in the twentieth century; the labor movement since 1960; the public policy foundation of labor-relations; union organizational campaigns and certification elections; union and management goals and tactics for collective bargaining; the negotiation process; the role of mediation and strikes; contract administration and arbitration; public, federal, and international sector labor relations; the impact of collective bargaining on organizations and society; ethical considerations; and future challenges affecting labor relations.