Understanding the Modern Retail Award

"What does the new award mean to my business?"

Overview

The introduction of modern awards represents a significant shift from the traditional award system which currently operates in Australia.  It is critical that employers understand their new obligations and the implications that modern awards can have on their business.

Modern Awards commence from January 2010 and retailers should prepare now for what is one of Australia's most significant workplace relations changes in history.

Learning outcomes

This briefing session will provide members with the following learning outcomes:

• Why modern awards have been created;
• Understanding of modern award terms;
• Understanding of impacts on existing employment arrangements;
• Benefits and drawbacks of the modern award;
• Alternative arrangements available to employers;
• Cost implications.

Target audience

This briefing session will benefit persons responsible for administering and applying award conditions as well as those responsible for the overall running of the business:

• HR personnel
• Payroll personnel
• Retail Owners
• Retail Managers/Supervisors

Price

$195     Member (excludes GST)
$250     Non-member (excludes GST)

Session dates & times

Dates:               Please refer to on-line training calendar

Duration:           4 hours with 15 min break

Location:           Melbourne and Sydney