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Online Minor in Labor Studies
About the Program
The online Minor in Labor Studies enables students to develop a greater understanding of the U.S. labor movement and workplace through historical, political, legal, economic, social, and organizational perspectives. Students become familiar with the concepts, vocabulary, and processes of alternative dispute resolution as applied in employment and labor relations.
To learn more, visit the Bureau of Labor Education website.
Contact Us
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Tiffany Peterson, M.S.
Adult Learner Recruitment & Enrollment Specialist
807.695.0121 | tiffany.peterson@maine.edu
Curriculum
Delcaring a Minor
Minors are available to current degree-seeking undergraduate students at the University of Maine. Minors cannot be pursued by students enrolled in a certificate program. A minor cannot be awarded unless a degree is earned. Those interested in taking a Labor Studies course should check with the Bureau regarding when they will be offered and how to register: phone: 207.581.4124 or email: labored@maine.edu.
Careers
The Minor in Labor Studies provides important educational and professional development opportunities for students wishing to focus on labor studies; unorganized and organized employees in the public and private sectors; the staff and elected officers of labor organizations; educators, government officials, and public policymakers. Careers that are common with this field of study include:
- Diversity Specialist
- Public Policy Advocate
- Public Agency Staff
- Union Organizer
- Labor Relations Specialist
- Immigration Advocate or Attorney
- Human Resource Specialist