Live-Online: Works Council in Germany for employers and HR: The essentials in one day

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?
• Which participation rights does the works council have in economic matters?

• This one-day seminar provides 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.

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