French Industrial Relations in the New World Economy

<p>Examining the traditionally predominant role of the state in shaping employment patterns and social policy in France <em>French Industrial Relations in the New World Economy</em> analyzes the impact of globalization on French industrial relations.</p><p>Looking at the changing economic context of industrial relations this important text places particular emphasis on the notion of a shift from a national Fordist form of employment regulation to an international post-Fordist form - examining in detail the impact of this shift on the role of the French state and on the balance of power between employer and trade union organizations.</p><p>Including chapters on employer organizations collective bargaining the role of the state and workplace representation <em>French Industrial Relations in the New World Economy</em> explores this fascinating topic in detail and provides a detailed resource for postgraduates studying trade unions industrial and employee relations and industrial studies in general.</p>