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Who Should Attend:
Anyone involved on either side of the table in any aspect of negotiating, administering, or supporting bargaining efforts including, but not limited to, human resources, labor and employee relations, all levels of management, and all levels of union representation.
Webinar Overview:
Are you ready to navigate the intricacies of labor contract negotiations? Join this comprehensive webinar to enhance your negotiation toolkit and achieve more favorable outcomes at the bargaining table. Whether you are a seasoned negotiator or new to the field, this webinar provides a comprehensive overview of bargaining models and strategies, equipping you with the skills and knowledge you need to navigate labor contract negotiations successfully.
This course will include interactive opportunities to engage in open discussions on the strengths and limitations of each bargaining model and apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios, fostering a deeper understanding of negotiation dynamics.
Webinar Objectives:
During this course, you will discuss and discover more about:
- Traditional bargaining
- The key elements of the traditional bargaining model.
- The advantages and challenges associated with this time-tested approach.
- Interest-based bargaining
- The collaborative nature of interest-based bargaining.
- How to align interests of both parties for mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Collaborative bargaining techniques
- The principles of collaborative bargaining and its role in negotiations.
- Successful case studies that highlight effective collaborative strategies.
- The affinity model
- The unique characteristics of the affinity model in labor contract negotiations.
- How affinity-based approaches can foster positive outcomes.
- How to evaluate the suitability of the affinity model in different negotiation scenarios.
Webinar Instructor:
Chris Casillas, Labor Relations Adjudicator/Mediator, Public Employment Relations Commission
Webinar Schedule:
The webinar will be held from 9-11 a.m. Pacific Time. Attendees will be admitted 15 minutes before the webinar begins.
How to Participate:
Instructions will be emailed to attendees 24 hours before the webinar, and we recommend that you test the link to the meeting as soon as you get the instructions. The webinar is best viewed using Google Chrome as your browser.
Webinar Fees:
Utility Member and Associate Member Rate: $25
Non-Member Rate: $35
Cancellation Policies:
For webinars, virtual classes, and section meetings: cancellation at least five days prior to the event, full refund; within 1-4 days or no show, 100% of the registration fee.
For in-person events: cancellation at least 30 days prior to the event, full refund; within 15-29 days, $100 fee; and within 1-14 days or no show, 100% of the registration fee.
When possible, please send a substitute instead of canceling; NWPPA does not charge a fee for substitutions. To request a refund, please contact registration@nwppa.org or (360) 254-0109.