Unicamp lança curso para sindicalistas estrangeiros

Master Programme Social Economy and Labour at Universidade Estadual de Campinas Brazil

The Global Labour University in a partnership with Unicamp (State University of Campinas) through the Institute of Economics, will offer an International Master Programme for trade unionists and researches linked to the labour world, in 2008. The programme is offered for foreigners (non-Brazilians) in the city of Campinas, São Paulo State, Brazil, with the possibility of studying in our partner Universities in Germany or South Africa for a term.

Programme will enable participants to assist workers and their organizations to challenge the current global context and engage more effectively in social dialogue, public debate and policy implementation, trough a one year course wholly taught in English. For information about course structure, course focus, application, staff and more, please visit our website: www.global-labour-university.org or contact us at: glu.brazil@eco.unicamp.br

       International Master Programmes on Labour and Globalisation

Labour in a Global Economy – Working women and men in formal and informal employment and their trade unions are facing the challenges of rapid economic and social change. The current form of globalisation is undermining the social fabric of many societies, without providing an adequate new regulatory and protective framework.

The GLU encourages research and debate on social and economic policies in order to promote a socially and environmentally sustainable and inclusive model of globalisation. The Masters programmes equip trade unionists engaging more efficiently in social dialogue, public debate and policy implementation to achieve decent work for all. This includes living wages, social security, gender equality, workers' rights and social justice, all of which are key to combating poverty and social exclusion.

Multidisciplinary – All programmes are multidisciplinary, combining sociology, economics, political science, labour law, and history.

Language – Sufficient knowledge in English is a necessary condition for participation. However, as this is a challenge for many participants special courses are offered at the beginning of the programmes helping students to further improve their language skills.

International – The Global Labour University (GLU) is a network of universities, international and national trade unions, civil society organisations and the International Labour Organisation to provide postgraduate qualification programmes for trade unionists and labour experts. The unique global cooperation between academic institutions, the labour movement and the ILO offers students a wide range of academic and practical expertise. The global composition of students creates a genuine ''one world'' research and learning environment.

Internships with Global Unions, the ILO and trade union organisations in Europe, Latin America and Africa provide practical insights into policies and initiatives to promote better labour rights and offer exceptional opportunities for research work.

Candidate Profile – Experience in trade union work or related fields. Bachelor's degree in political science, sociology, economics, law or an equivalent degree. In exceptional cases admission will be granted to candidates with skills and qualifications gained through professional experience and life-long learning. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

De Campinas,
Agildo Nogueira Jr., com informações do CESIT/IE/Unicamp