RECENT ASSIGNMENT

Essay
Assess the strengths and weaknesses of the role that
the state plays in the system of employment relations in china .
HRMT20029 ESSAY
Term 2 2016
Written Assessment: Essay
Assess the strengths and the weaknesses of the role that the state plays in the system of employment relations in China. (40 marks)
Word Length: 2500-3000 words
Harvard referencing
Please note that information that is relevant to this essay will be posted on the course website.
ISSUES TO BE ADDRESSED
Why is this question being asked?
What laws govern employment relations in China?
How does the government enforce these laws?
What has been the policy of the Government of China with respect to employment laws?
Has this policy changed?
Why has it changed?
Do you agree with the Government’s employment relations policy?
What are the strengths and weaknesses of this policy?
Evidence & argument
Above all answer the question!
The essay should also include
• Introduction.
• Background
• Discussion of role of state generally
• Laws and regulations in china
• Arbitration
• Labour market
• Role of unions in state
• Role of employers in state
• Future trends
• Conclusion (strengths and weaknesses)
Note:
Introduction :100-150 words
Conclusion 200-250 words-bring points together and give argument .
Not long or short paragraphs .
Font size 12 , 1.5 spacing between words .
In body or text 3-5 references minimum
Reference list 12 minimum
SOME REFERENCES
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