This unit considers international employment relations by examining how global integration has reshaped the role of the state, employers, labour organisations, the status of citizens (or workers) and the character of work. These general themes are further explored with reference to particular country/regional 'cases' including Japan, the United States of America, the European Union and newly industrialising Asian economies. The unit seeks to expose students to theoretical frameworks to help them analyse current trends and developments, as well as develop a broad knowledge of contemporary international employment relations practices. -- Course Website