Module Descriptors
EMPLOYMENT LAW
LAWS71182
Key Facts
School of Justice, Security and Sustainability
Level 7
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Keith Puttick
Email: K.A.Puttick@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 114
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 90%
- DEVELOPMENT PLAN weighted at 10%
Module Details
Module Texts
HONEYBALL, S., and BOWERS, J. Textbook on Labour Law. 13th ed. Oxford, Oxford University Press, (2014) or
LOCKTON, D: Employment Law. 9th ed. Basingstoke, Palgrave. (2014)
WADHAM, S et al Blackstone’s Guide to the Equality Act 2010, Oxford University Press, 2012 2nd Edn
Or later editions of the above publications if available.
Other materials and sources may be advised during the programme.
LOCKTON, D: Employment Law. 9th ed. Basingstoke, Palgrave. (2014)
WADHAM, S et al Blackstone’s Guide to the Equality Act 2010, Oxford University Press, 2012 2nd Edn
Or later editions of the above publications if available.
Other materials and sources may be advised during the programme.
Module Additional Assessment Details
Individual assignment, 2500 words, assessing Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. - 90%
Personal CPD record and plan which will assess Learning Outcome 6 - 10%.
All elements of assessment must be passed.
Personal CPD record and plan which will assess Learning Outcome 6 - 10%.
All elements of assessment must be passed.
Module Resources
Appropriate texts, legislation, case law and organisational policies ( students to provide from own work place)
Computing facilities to access resources available on the web and on-line databases
Blackboard VLE
Computing facilities to access resources available on the web and on-line databases
Blackboard VLE
Module Learning Strategies
Tutor lead learning support by recommended texts and articles. Student-centred learning will include case studies supported by background reading. Small group activity through which to practise application and develop wider discussion of issues and draw on student experience. Independent consolidation of understanding. Students will be expected to obtain supplementary information from a range of paper and electronic sources and key readings will be provided. Attendance at an Employment Tribunal ( either CIPD Branch event or actual Tribunal) required.
This module may be offered in block delivery, with concentrated learning sessions facilitated by an appropriate tutor. The use of action learning sets will be a major tool in enhancing the experience. Outside of this, time material will be available on the VLE (Blackboard) to support these contact sessions and to encourage deeper learning. Where appropriate, workplace mentors will support and encourage their learners with access to relevant company information and people.
This module may be offered in block delivery, with concentrated learning sessions facilitated by an appropriate tutor. The use of action learning sets will be a major tool in enhancing the experience. Outside of this, time material will be available on the VLE (Blackboard) to support these contact sessions and to encourage deeper learning. Where appropriate, workplace mentors will support and encourage their learners with access to relevant company information and people.
Module Indicative Content
Ex1. The following comprises a list of the areas of employment law which form the scope of the module:
i) Accessing employment rights.
ii) Contracts of Employment.
iii) Discrimination law.
iv) Dismissal law.
v) Health and safety.
vi) Wages and salaries.
vii) Family-friendly employment law.
viii) Confidentiality issues.
ix) Collective employment law.
1. The practical impact of the above body of law on day to day management activities and decision-making in organisations.
2. Approaches to recommend which are both lawful and effective.
3. Managing disciplinary and grievance procedures.
4. Employment tribunals and other courts with jurisdiction to hear employment-related matters.
5 Sources of information about the employment law and its evolution, including ACAS and CIPD. Key current and anticipated future developments and their practical significance for organisations.
i) Accessing employment rights.
ii) Contracts of Employment.
iii) Discrimination law.
iv) Dismissal law.
v) Health and safety.
vi) Wages and salaries.
vii) Family-friendly employment law.
viii) Confidentiality issues.
ix) Collective employment law.
1. The practical impact of the above body of law on day to day management activities and decision-making in organisations.
2. Approaches to recommend which are both lawful and effective.
3. Managing disciplinary and grievance procedures.
4. Employment tribunals and other courts with jurisdiction to hear employment-related matters.
5 Sources of information about the employment law and its evolution, including ACAS and CIPD. Key current and anticipated future developments and their practical significance for organisations.