COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AS A TOOL FOR ENHANCING INDUSTRIAL HARMONY (A STUDY OF INTERNATIONAL BREWERIES PLC., ILESHA, OSUN STATE)
Abstract
Abstract
The study examined the impact of collective bargaining on industrial harmony and employee performance in organizations, using International Breweries Plc., Ilesha, Osun State as a case study. The research aimed to determine how collective bargaining enhances industrial harmony and improves employees’ productivity. A survey research design was adopted, and data were collected through questionnaires administered to 70 respondents selected from a population of 80 management staff using random sampling techniques. Data analysis was carried out using descriptive statistics and chi-square analysis. Findings revealed that collective bargaining significantly promotes industrial harmony, improves dispute resolution, and enhances employees’ job productivity and organizational performance. The study concluded that collective bargaining is an effective tool for maintaining peaceful labour-management relations and resolving industrial disputes. Recommendations were made for governments, employers, employees, and stakeholders to embrace collective bargaining in order to enhance productivity and industrial peace.
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