MB
IOP3704
Assignment 1
743670
Question 1 – Differentiate between the various perspectives on employment relations.
Societal Corporatism Perspective
Emphasis on consensus-building
Conflict is natural and must be managed through negotiations
Coordination with the state involvement and direction
, Reinforce the significance of the tripartite alliance ( employers, state and trade unions)
The state protects the overall interest in society.
Pluristic Perspective
Trade unions are integral to the organisations
Trade unions are expected to protect and represent the interest of the workers
Different groups with different values, objectives and interests
Conflicts is viewed as unavoidable but functional if managed by structures and procedures.
The state is an integral part of the organisation
Unitary Perspective
The constitutional rights of trade unions are down played.
Trade unions perceived as outside intruders
Integral groups with common values, objectives and interests.
Conflict must be managed by means of coercion
Conflict viewed as unnecessary and irrational
Marxist Perspective
Capitalism will fall and be replaced by socialism
Unequal division between capital and labour
Conflict is inherent in the organisation and in the general society
Protects the interest of the working class against exploitation and capitalism
Society must be radically changed and overthrown
Question 2 – Identify the macro-external variables shaping the business environment, pay specific
attention to their effect on labour or employment relations
The employment relationship between the employer and employee can often be dynamic. There
are many internal and external factors that impact the employment relationship. The environment in
which we operate is in constant change or flux. To develop effective employee engagement,
IOP3704
Assignment 1
743670
Question 1 – Differentiate between the various perspectives on employment relations.
Societal Corporatism Perspective
Emphasis on consensus-building
Conflict is natural and must be managed through negotiations
Coordination with the state involvement and direction
, Reinforce the significance of the tripartite alliance ( employers, state and trade unions)
The state protects the overall interest in society.
Pluristic Perspective
Trade unions are integral to the organisations
Trade unions are expected to protect and represent the interest of the workers
Different groups with different values, objectives and interests
Conflicts is viewed as unavoidable but functional if managed by structures and procedures.
The state is an integral part of the organisation
Unitary Perspective
The constitutional rights of trade unions are down played.
Trade unions perceived as outside intruders
Integral groups with common values, objectives and interests.
Conflict must be managed by means of coercion
Conflict viewed as unnecessary and irrational
Marxist Perspective
Capitalism will fall and be replaced by socialism
Unequal division between capital and labour
Conflict is inherent in the organisation and in the general society
Protects the interest of the working class against exploitation and capitalism
Society must be radically changed and overthrown
Question 2 – Identify the macro-external variables shaping the business environment, pay specific
attention to their effect on labour or employment relations
The employment relationship between the employer and employee can often be dynamic. There
are many internal and external factors that impact the employment relationship. The environment in
which we operate is in constant change or flux. To develop effective employee engagement,
