What Is the Difference Between Rules and Norms

question 11

Essay

What is the difference between rules and norms?

Understand the key differences in labor relations systems between different countries, including Japan and the U.S.

Recognize the roles and responsibilities of trade unions in countries like China and the influence of political and economic frameworks on these roles.

Identify and differentiate between types of unions (e.g., industry, general, political, craft) and their traditional roles in countries like Australia.

Understand the legal and voluntary aspects of labor relations in countries like New Zealand and how they impact employer and employee obligations.

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Definitions:

Representation Election

A voting process conducted to determine if employees wish to be represented by a union in their workplace.

Certification

The process of verifying the attributes or qualifications of a person or organization, usually through the issuance of a document or certificate.

Family and Medical Leave Act

A U.S. federal law that requires covered employers to provide employees with job-protected and unpaid leave for qualified medical and family reasons.

Fertility Treatments

Medical interventions aimed at helping individuals or couples to conceive and support a successful pregnancy.