Program Overview
Overview of the Industrial and Labour Relations Program
The Industrial and Labour Relations program at McGill University is an interdisciplinary program that enables students in the Faculty of Arts to study Labour-Management Relations. This program focuses on understanding how employers and employees interact, and how to create efficient and inclusive work environments. Students can take a variety of courses in Economics, Labour-Management Relations, and Sociology to learn about the economic and social forces that affect employer-employee relations.
Careers in Industrial and Labour Relations
Graduates in Industrial and Labour Relations may find work in Industrial Relations, Human Resources, or Personnel Management. Some potential career options include:
- Entrepreneur
- Government Worker
- Human Resources Consultant
- Organizational Psychologist Others may pursue graduate studies in Industrial Relations or Labour-Management Relations, or attend Law school or Business school. Career opportunities also exist outside the area of Labour-Management Relations in private industry or government.
Course Work in Industrial and Labour Relations
As an Industrial & Labour Relations student, you'll take courses like:
- SOCI 235: Technology and Society
- ECON 306: Labour Markets and Wages
- INDR 492: Globalization and Labour Policy
- SOCI 350: Statistics in Social Research
- ECON 308: Governmental Policy Towards Business
- ORGB 421: Managing Organizational Change
Possible Minors in Industrial and Labour Relations
Minors are a great way to customize your academic experience. Some potential minors include:
- Communication Studies
- Statistics
- Political Science
- Sociology
Related Majors to Industrial and Labour Relations
Discover these related majors:
- Accounting
- Economics
- Finance
- International Management
- Strategic Management
Program Details
The Industrial & Labour Relations program is offered by the Faculty of Arts. For eligibility information, including deadlines and required documents for your application, please refer to the full eligibility information.
