Content

The course first focuses on the methodology of comparativism and the relevant research materials. International developments are analysed, e.g. the role of international actors, such as multi-nation-al corporations, international trade unions and employers' associations, as well as the role of international bodies like the ILO, the OECD and the EU. The case law of the European Court of Justice is quite often used as a starting point for the discussion on different topics.

Topics are related to:

• concept of worker or employee
• freedom of movement
• international contracts of employment and applicable law (Rome Convention, 1980)
• equal treatment
• sexual harassment
• affirmative action
• collective dismissals and company restructuring
• transfer of businesses
• European Works Council
• national information and consultation

Course material

Toledo readings, including a course syllabus of selected topics, literature, cases of the European Court of Justice, legislative documents including directives, regulations, treaties and selected texts: put at disposal of the students via Toledo.

Format: more information

Interactive teaching requiring the students to prepare for class.