Dhrm 103: Industrial Relations Question Paper
Dhrm 103: Industrial Relations
Course:Industrial Relations
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2008
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
END OF SECOND TRIMESTER 2008 EXAMINATIONS
FACULTY : BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES
DEPARTEMENT : BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
COURSE CODE : DHRM 103
COURSE TITLE : INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS
TIME : 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS:
• Section A is Compulsory
• Answer any TWO questions from Section B
SECTION A
Question 1
(a) Outline the objectives of FKE (5 marks)
(b) Briefly discuss the basic functions of a trade union. (4 marks)
(c) Explain the prerequisites for success in collective bargaining. (5 marks)
(d) Outline five causes of disciplinary action. (5 marks)
(e) Highlight signs of potential grievances in an organization. (5 marks)
(f) Discuss the role of ministers of labour in industrial relations. (6 marks)
SECTION B
Question 2
(a) Discuss the five sources of labour laws. (5 marks)
(b) Discuss the three types of negotiating procedure. (2 marks)
(c) Outline four reasons for not joining a trade union (3 marks)
Question 3
(a) Define the term employee participation. (2 marks)
(b) What are the benefits of employee participation. (3 marks)
(c) What is the role of shop steward in the functioning of a trade union.
(5 marks)
Question 4
(a) Outline four functions C.O.T.U (2 marks)
(b) Discuss any five types of strikes. (5 marks)
(c) Discuss the composition of industrial court. (3 marks)
Question 5
(a) Discuss the different ways of minimizing grievances. (5 marks)
(b) What are the benefits of collective bargaining. (5 marks)
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