Decent Work-Life in Business: Essential Tool for Sustainable Development

The book "Decent Work-Life in Business: Essential Tool for Sustainable Development" discusses the concept of decent work-life and its application in business for sustainable development, highlighting the importance of fair income, treatment, security, and social protection for families. It explores themes such as the ILO's decent work agenda, opportunities for work and dignity, social dimensions of globalization, poverty reduction, work-life balance, and social protection. It is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and industry experts in business management, political economy, sociology of work, business management, human resource management, labor studies, public policy, and social anthropology.

Format: Hardback
Length: 120 pages
Publication date: 26 July 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Decent Work-Life in Business: An Essential Tool for Sustainable Development delves into a comprehensive exploration of the concept of decent work-life and its profound implications for sustainable development within the corporate realm. It sheds light on the cultivation of a decent work-life culture within a business environment, emphasizing its pivotal role in creating a harmonious balance between work and personal life. The book makes a compelling argument for the significance of decent work, which goes beyond mere job opportunities by offering fair wages, equitable treatment, workplace security, and social protection for families. Through the use of empirical data and statistical indicators, the book delves into various themes, including:

The International Labour Organization's (ILO) agenda for decent work: Examining the global initiatives and policies aimed at promoting fair wages, safe working conditions, and social justice for workers.

Opportunities for work and dignity at work: Analyzing how businesses can create environments that foster respect, empowerment, and fulfillment for their employees, leading to increased job satisfaction and productivity.

Social dimensions of globalization and sustainable development: Unveiling the interconnectedness between economic growth, social well-being, and environmental sustainability, highlighting the role of decent work in achieving a harmonious balance between these three pillars.

Poverty reduction through decent work: Investigating how decent work can contribute to eradicating poverty and promoting social mobility, particularly for marginalized communities.

Work-life balance and social protection: Discussing the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and providing comprehensive social protection measures to support employees and their families.

Unacceptable work and social dialogue: Examining the challenges of precarious work, such as low wages, irregular employment, and lack of social protection, and exploring strategies for addressing these issues through collective bargaining and social dialogue.

Economic and social context of decent work: Providing an in-depth analysis of the economic and social factors that shape the creation and sustenance of decent work, including labor market policies, social welfare systems, and corporate social responsibility.

This book serves as an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and educators specializing in business management, particularly those aspiring to pursue careers in human resource management. It also holds appeal to scholars of political economy, sociology of work, business management, human resource management, labor studies, public policy, and social anthropology, as well as industry experts seeking to deepen their understanding of the dynamics between work and sustainable development.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032158167