Program Overview
This 100% online Master's Degree in Labor Law and Social Security equips students with comprehensive knowledge in the legal framework of labor relations and social security. The program emphasizes practical skills, incorporates new technologies, and offers unique approaches such as a focus on current challenges and collaborations with industry partners. Upon completion, graduates will be highly sought after by employers in a variety of industries.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master's Degree in Labor Law and Social Security is a 100% online program offered by the Universidad Europea de Madrid. It provides comprehensive training in the legal framework of labor relations and social security, with a focus on the latest developments in labor law and the impact of new technologies on worker rights.
Objectives:
The program aims to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to:
- Specialize in the legal framework of labor relations and social security.
- Understand the challenges and consequences of applying new technologies in labor relations.
- Analyze the current challenges of labor law, including new forms of work, such as crowdsourcing, coworking, and casual work.
- Develop practical skills in labor law, including advising and representing clients in individual and collective labor disputes.
- Design and implement strategies to prevent and resolve labor conflicts.
- Analyze the structure of the Spanish social security system and propose improvements.
Outline:
Structure:
The program is divided into two semesters, with a total of 60 ECTS credits.
Course Schedule:
- Start Date: October 28, 2024
- Duration: 11 months
Modules:
First Semester:
- Module 1: Individual Labor Law (6 ECTS): This module covers the main types of employment contracts, special labor relations, the subjects of the labor relationship, critical points of working conditions, suspension and termination of the employment contract, and dismissal.
- Module 2: New Forms of Work (6 ECTS): This module explores the evolution and current state of flexibility in work, forms of productive organization, subcontracting, internal and salary flexibility, new forms of work, and the practical problems and impact of new forms of work on judicial proceedings.
- Module 3: Collective Bargaining (6 ECTS): This module examines social dialogue, the current situation and new challenges of collective bargaining, trade unions and freedom of association, union representation in the company, practical analysis of company agreements, the statutory collective agreement, and common collective conflicts.
- Module 4: Protection of Social Rights in the International Sphere (6 ECTS): This module delves into advanced concepts related to the principles of the international system for the protection of social rights, international labor standards, the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, the International Labor Organization, the United Nations, comparative analysis of social law in the European Union, new challenges in the protection of social rights in the international sphere, and the European Court of Human Rights and the European Committee of Social Rights.
- Module 7: Computerized Labor Management: Application of New Technologies (6 ECTS): This module examines the impact of new technologies on labor relations, fundamental worker rights, virtual platforms, telework, the right to digital disconnection, and judicial evidence obtained through new technologies.
- Module 9: Professional Practices (6 ECTS): This module provides students with practical experience in a real work environment, allowing them to apply their knowledge and skills in an integrated manner.
- Module 10: Master's Thesis (6 ECTS): This module requires students to complete a research project that integrates all the knowledge, skills, and competencies acquired during the program.
Second Semester:
- Module 11: Labor Law and Social Security in the Digital Age (6 ECTS): This module explores the impact of digitalization on labor relations, including the rise of platform work, gig economy, and the challenges of regulating these new forms of work.
- Module 12: Labor Law and Social Security in the European Union (6 ECTS): This module examines the legal framework of labor law and social security in the European Union, including the role of EU institutions, directives, and regulations.
- Module 13: Labor Law and Social Security in the Global Context (6 ECTS): This module explores the challenges of regulating labor relations and social security in a globalized world, including the impact of international trade agreements, migration, and the need for international cooperation.
- Module 14: Labor Law and Social Security in the Context of Sustainability (6 ECTS): This module examines the intersection of labor law and social security with sustainability, including the role of environmental regulations, social responsibility, and ethical business practices.
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
- Continuous Assessment: This includes participation in class discussions, completion of assignments, and submission of projects.
- Master's Thesis: This is a research project that requires students to apply their knowledge and skills to a specific topic in labor law and social security.
Assessment Criteria:
- Knowledge and Understanding: Students are assessed on their understanding of the key concepts and principles of labor law and social security.
- Application: Students are assessed on their ability to apply their knowledge to real-world situations.
- Analysis and Evaluation: Students are assessed on their ability to analyze and evaluate complex legal issues.
- Communication: Students are assessed on their ability to communicate their ideas effectively in writing and orally.
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
- Online Lectures: These are live, interactive lectures delivered by experienced faculty members.
- Discussion Forums: These provide a platform for students to interact with each other and their professors.
- Case Studies: These allow students to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios.
- Simulations: These provide students with hands-on experience in resolving labor disputes.
Faculty:
The program is taught by a team of experienced and qualified faculty members, including lawyers, academics, and practitioners.
Unique Approaches:
- Focus on Practical Skills: The program emphasizes the development of practical skills, such as negotiation, mediation, and advocacy.
- Integration of New Technologies: The program incorporates the latest technologies, such as online learning platforms, video conferencing, and virtual simulations.
- Collaboration with Industry Partners: The program collaborates with leading law firms and organizations to provide students with real-world experience.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
- Labor Lawyer: This is a traditional career path for graduates of the program. Labor lawyers advise and represent clients in individual and collective labor disputes.
- Human Resources Manager: Graduates of the program can work in human resources departments, where they are responsible for managing employee relations, compensation, and benefits.
- Government Official: Graduates of the program can work for government agencies, such as the Ministry of Labor, where they are responsible for developing and implementing labor policies.
- Academic Researcher: Graduates of the program can pursue a career in academia, where they can conduct research on labor law and social security.
Opportunities:
- High Demand for Labor Law Professionals: The demand for labor law professionals is high, as businesses and individuals need legal advice on a wide range of labor issues.
- Opportunities for International Work: Graduates of the program can work in international organizations, such as the International Labor Organization, or in multinational companies.
Outcomes:
- Increased Knowledge and Skills: Graduates of the program will have a deep understanding of labor law and social security, and they will be able to apply their knowledge to real-world situations.
- Enhanced Career Prospects: Graduates of the program will have enhanced career prospects, as they will be highly sought after by employers in a variety of industries.
- Improved Job Security: Graduates of the program will have improved job security, as they will be able to work in a field with high demand.
Other:
- Software Access: Students have access to Tirant lo Blanch software, a leading legal publisher, which includes Tirant Prime, a database of legal content, Gestor de Despachos, a legaltech software for managing law firms, and SOFÍA, an AI-powered legal assistant.
- Partnership with Ceca Magán Abogados: The program partners with Ceca Magán Abogados, a prestigious law firm specializing in labor law and business advice.
- Double Degree Option: Students can combine the Master's Degree in Labor Law and Social Security with a course or expert degree in Compliance or Legaltech.
- Focus on Current Challenges: The program covers current challenges in labor law, such as new forms of work, the impact of technology, and the need for flexibility.
- Flexible Methodology: The online format allows students to balance their studies with their professional and personal lives.