8 March, 2011The Global Labour University (GLU) invites trade unionists and labour activists to apply to a Masters in Labour and Globalization at the University of Kassel and the Berlin School of Economics. The final deadline for applications for the German-based programme is April 1, 2011.
GERMANY: The Global Labour University (GLU) invites trade unionists and labour activists to apply for specialized Masters programmes on Labour and Globalization. The final deadline for applications for the German-based programme is April 1, 2011.
The GLU provides a unique opportunity to study and discuss the challenges of globalization together with a global group of fellow trade unionists. Internships with trade union organisations and labour research institutions offer the chance to engage in labour movements in different countries and at international level.
The courses are taught in English. More detailed information of the programme and the application form are available at http://www.global-labour-university.org/
The Bureau for Workers' Activities of the ILO and its project partners will award a limited number of scholarships to applicants from developing and transition economies. Applicants need to have the endorsement of a trade union to apply for a scholarship.
For the Master program in Germany participants from EU member states can apply for scholarships provided by the Hans Boeckler Foundation. More detailed information about the specific profiles of the programs and the application form are available at: http://www.global-labour-university.org/