Master of Commerce (M.Com.) Social Security and Welfare of Employees Syllabus - Mumbai University

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Syllabus for Social Security and Welfare of Employees

Elective course · Semester 4 · M.Com. Business Management · 4 credits · 100 marks

Module I

Unit 1 Introduction to Social Security
Concept and Evolution of Social Security a.
Definition and Importance, Historical Development (Global and Indian Context), Concept and Objectives of Social Security, Social Assistance and Social Insurance, Universal and Occupational
Social Security
b Legal Framework and Challenges for Social Security in India
Overview of Key Legislations (e.g., EPF Act, ESI Act), International Conventions on Social
Security (ILO, UN), Coverage Gaps and Informal Sector Issues, Sustainability and Funding of Social Security Programs
Unit 2 Welfare of Employees
Concept of Employee Welfare and Welfare Measures a.
Definition and Scope, Importance of Employee Welfare for Organizational Success, Statutory
Welfare Measures (e.g., Health and Safety, Working Hours), Voluntary Welfare Measures (e.g., Employee Assistance Programs, Recreational Facilities)
b 2.3 Role of Stakeholders in Welfare and Trends in Employee Welfare
Role of Employers, Trade Unions, and Government, CSR Initiatives for Employee Welfare, Work-Life Balance Programs, Mental Health and Wellness Initiatives, Technological
Advancements in Welfare Programs

Module II

Unit 1 Social Security Schemes in India
a Overview and Key Social Security Schemes Central and State-Level Programs, Employment-Based Schemes vs. Citizen-Centric Schemes, Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF), Employees’ State Insurance (ESI), National Pension System (NPS), Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan (PMSYM)
b Welfare Boards and Social Security for Unorganized Workers and Case Studies Coverage and Challenges for Informal Workers, Role of Welfare Boards and Funds, Examples of Successful Social Security Programs in India and Abroad
Unit 2 Emerging Issues and Future of Social Security & Welfare
Challenges in the Modern Workplace and Policy Reforms and Innovations a.
Impact of Gig Economy on Social Security, Remote Work and Changing Employee Needs, Digitalization of Social Security Systems, Role of Technology in Employee Welfare
b Global Perspectives on Social Security and Future Trends
Comparative Analysis of Social Security Systems (Developed vs. Developing Countries), Lessons
for India, Universal Basic Income (UBI) Debate Sustainability of Welfare Programs in an Aging
Society

References

 "Labour Welfare, Social Security and Industrial Peace in India" o Author: A.M. Sharma o Focus: Comprehensive study of labor welfare measures, social security legislation, and industrial harmony in India. o  "Industrial Relations and Labour Laws" o Authors: S.C. Srivastava and P.R.N. Sinha o Focus: Legal framework governing labor and welfare measures in India. o  "Labour Economics and Industrial Relations" o Author: T.N. Bhagoliwal o Focus: Theories and practices of labor welfare and social security in the Indian context o  "Social Security Law and Practice in India" o Author: S.K. Bhatia o Focus: Overview of social security schemes, policies, and legal frameworks in India.  "Dynamics of Industrial Relations" o Author: C.B. Mamoria and S. Gankar o Focus: Covers industrial relations, labor laws, and employee welfare measures o  "Social Security: An Introduction to the Basic Principles" o Author: Danny Pieters o Focus: Global perspective on social security systems and their implementation. o  "Employee Benefits Design and Planning" o Authors: Bashker D. Biswas o Focus: Comprehensive guide to designing effective employee welfare and benefits programs. o  "Labor Economics" o Author: George Borjas o Focus: Theoretical and practical aspects of labor markets, including welfare and policy impacts. o  "Globalization and Social Policy" o Authors: Nicola Yeates and Chris Holden o Focus: Impact of globalization on social security and welfare systems worldwide. o  "Managing Employee Welfare: People and Profits" o Authors: Donald M. Truxillo, Talya N. Bauer, and Berrin Erdogan o Focus: Strategies to balance employee welfare with organizational performance.

Reproduced from the University of Mumbai syllabus for M.Com. (Business Management) under NEP 2020, in force from the academic year 2023-24. Wording is as printed in that syllabus. Module numbering is as printed there too.

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