The major consists of 36 credits in labor studies and employment relations. Students must maintain a grade of C or better. In place of 6 of these credits, students may substitute related courses from other programs. (A list of these courses is available from the department.)

The following three courses are required: either 37:575:100 or 101 Introduction to Labor Studies and Employment Relations; 37:575:395 Perspectives on Labor Studies; one advanced course taken in the senior year, chosen from 37:575:450, 490, 494, 495, 496, 497, 498, or 499.