An Introduction to Industrial Relations

An Introduction to Industrial Relations (1991) analyses various theoretical approaches to industrial relations, and summarises the origins and development of the subject. It looks at the impact of legislative changes, technological developments and the growing currency of 'human resource management' theories.

1. Industrial Relations as a field of Study 2. The Origins, Growth and Development of Trade Unions 3. Trade Unions: An Uncertain Outlook 4. Trade Unions: Aims, Objectives and Government 5. The Industrial Enterprise, Management and Employers' Associations 6. Collective Bargaining: An Introduction 7. Major Developments in Collective Bargaining 8. Industrial Democracy and Participation 9. Industrial Conflict 10. Strikes 11. The Role of the State in Industrial Relations