Labor Studies

Overview

You will study the history of the labor movement, labor law and collective bargaining, and focus on current problems and policies generated by changes in the global economy, technology, the workforce and the workplace.

You will sharpen your skills in writing and research and critical reading and thinking, as, together with a faculty mentor, you create a program to meet your specific needs and goals.

The Labor Studies program of SUNY Empire State College is offered through The Harry Van Arsdale, Jr. School of Labor Studies in New York City and Online.

Why choose a degree in labor studies?

Students pursue a degree in labor studies in order to prepare for:

• Increased responsibilities in their present position

• new careers in areas such as labor-management relations and human resources

• graduate school, especially in labor studies

• law school

• policy development

• business sector

• government service

• teaching

Degrees Available

As a regionally accredited college of the State University of New York, Empire State College offers the following related degrees in five areas — labor studies, cultural studies, historical studies, interdisciplinary studies and social science:

• Associate in Arts

• Associate in Science

• Bachelor of Arts

• Bachelor of Science

• Bachelor of Professional Studies

The Harry Van Arsdale, Jr. School of Labor Studies in New York City provides degree-completion opportunities for wage earners and union members in their chosen field, such as electrical construction or para-education.