Memorial University of Newfoundland

Course Details

Master of Employment Relations (MER)

Course Description

The Master of Employment Relations (MER) program is offered jointly by Memorial’s Faculties of Arts and Business Administration. From career counseling to contract negotiations, the MER program will help you effectively manage relationships in your organization. This part-time multi-disciplinary program provides advanced-level study of all aspects of the employment relationship. Learn the history and sociology of work cultures. Learn about labour market trends, the latest research in industrial relations, and best practices in human resources management. With core courses in business, sociology, history, and economics, the MER considers the employment relationship from a variety of viewpoints, including yours! Its research component gives you the opportunity to design and execute an independent research project tailored to your interests MER – The MER consists of courses and an applied research project, and can be completed in one year of full-time study

Course Duration

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1year

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Master of Employment Relations (MER) Memorial University of Newfoundland