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Works Council in Germany for employers and HR

The essentials in one day

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This training is held in German.
If a company has a works council, its entrepreneurial freedom is restricted. The Works Constitution Act, which governs collaboration between the works council and the employer, is therefore a highly relevant area of law. Managers and HR professionals face a veritable jungle of legal provisions. What needs to be considered in daily practice? What are the tasks and rights of the works council? Which rules must be observed? In this training will get an introduction and a substantial overview of the participation of the works council in Germany.

Contents

Basic Concepts and Principles of Works Constitution Law

  • What is regulated by works constitution law?
  • What is the scope of the Works Constitution Act?
  • Which terms need to be distinguished?
  • Which principles of cooperation with the works council must be observed?
  • Which participation rights need to be distinguished?

Bodies and Organization of the Works Council

  • Rights, duties, and costs
  • Term of office
  • How is the works council managed?
  • What is the legal status of works council members?
  • Which other bodies exist under the works constitution?

Observing the Works Council's Participation Rights

  • Which areas are subject to the participation rights of the works council?
  • When and how should the works council be involved in social matters?
  • Which personnel matters are relevant to the works council?
  • When and how should the works council be involved in individual personnel measures, such as dismissals?
  • What participation rights does the works council have in economic matters?

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    Your benefit

    • This one-day training an overview of the essential rights and obligations of the works council and the scope and limits of co-determination.
    • The most important topics in works constitution law are presented in a simple and understandable way, always with reference to daily practice and case studies.
    • This practical knowledge enables you to avoid pitfalls and wrong decisions, ultimately saving time and money.

    Methods

    Lecture, case studies and analyses, exchange of experiences.

    Recommended for

    HR professionals and managers with personnel responsibility who need a compact overview of German works constitution law.

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