Industrial Unrest In The Educational Sector
(A Case Study Of Federal University Of Technology Minna)
Industrial unrest in the educational sector refers to the collective dissatisfaction and conflict among workers, educators, administrators, and sometimes students within educational institutions, leading to disruptions in normal operations. This unrest can stem from various sources, such as disputes over wages, working conditions, job security, institutional policies, or broader societal issues impacting education. These conflicts often manifest through strikes, protests, demonstrations, or other forms of organized resistance aimed at addressing grievances and advocating for change. The challenges faced in the educational sector, including funding shortages, inadequate resources, and shifts in educational policies, can exacerbate tensions and contribute to ongoing unrest. Efforts to mitigate industrial unrest typically involve negotiation, mediation, and collaboration among stakeholders to find resolutions that address the underlying concerns and promote a more harmonious working and learning environment.
This project work presents up to date information on industrial unrest in the educational sector a case study of Federal University of Technology, Minna. The researcher uses tabular form of presentation to analyze the data she gathered through questionnaire. The researcher found out most importantly among others that majority of the staff are not contended with the welfare policies and that productivity will only increase if staff welfare policies are made better. It was concluded that lack of job security cause industrial unrest and would reduce quantity of workforce of the institution, the grievance process is too long, and that if the process is too long it would bring about workers unrest, since workers are not happy due to frequent retrenchment. It is recommended the management should introduce a proper and adequate grievances process and should focus its attitude on prompt and regular payment of salary which should be equitable to reduce industrial unrest.
Title page
Approval page
Dedication
Acknowledgement
Abstract
CHAPTER ONE:
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study
1.2 Statement of the Problem
1.3 Objective of the Study
1.4 Statement of Hypothesis
1.5 Significance of the Study
1.6 Limitations of the Study
1.7 Definition
CHAPTER TWO:
LITERATURE REVIEW
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Historical Background of Federal University of Technology, Minna
2.3 Causes of Industrial Dispute in educational sector
2.4 Industrial disputes settlement procedure in the educational sector
2.5 Role of Trade Union in industrial dispute
2.6 Government policy on industrial dispute
REFERENCES
CHAPTER THREE:
RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODOLOGY
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Sources of Data Collection
3.3 Instrument Used for data collection
3.4 Validity and Reliability of measuring Instrument
3.5 Determination of Sample size
3.6 Method of Data Analysis
CHAPTER FOUR:
PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Presentation
4.3 Testing of Hypothesis
CHAPTER FIVE:
SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Summary of Findings
5.3 Conclusion
5.4 Recommendations
BIBLIOGRAPHY
APPENDIX
INTRODUCTION
1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Industrial unrest means conflict between employers and workers in industries. When people began to work together, there are areas of dispute leading to communal clashes.
It is all known when commitments unions have for their organization is determined by the level of benefit that accrues to them individually or collectively.
Similarly, the irregularities and nature of conflicts are the results of disagreement and maundering state and management.
The most industrial strikes are collapse of collective bargaining process. The more fundamental areas of disagreement more prolonged in the conflict. All the industrial conflicts are eventually resulted in strikes.
All the important component of a good dispute settlement procedure, is that when the state and settlement machineries are inadequate or inefficient constant strikes began, the strikes do not began, workers slow down on their work output. Industrial unrest is an abusive disturbance in educational sector that made worse with the understanding of academic staff of FUT are very sensitive to educational unrest.
The most the attitude towards working will be minimized as a result of threat of strikes.
1.2 STATEMEWNT OF THE PROBLEM
The reality to check out the problem of industrial unrest in all educational sector is that the result on recent warning concerning the strike and conflicts by the academic staff of that of Federal University of Technology, Minna, when the problem are not resolve immediately or addressed twill seriously affect the educational sector of the country.
The trade dispute area of that of employees and workers are regard to wages and other labor working conditions.
The researcher find it difficult to examine the factors that is responsible in the problem of industrial unrest and possible solution to this issue.
1.3 OBJECTIVE OF THE STUDY
The reason or purpose to find, investigate and examine the cases of industrial unrest is that the problem is been highlighted below:
1. To examine the efficiency of the communication procedures
2. To find out if there are been prompt payment of salary in education sector.
3. To find out low effective of the grievances procedures.
1.4 STATEMENT OF HYPOTHESIS
This are the following hypothesis that are been regards:-
1. The poor staff welfare and facilities causes industrial unrest.
Ho: poor workers welfare and facilities do not causes industrial unrest.
Hi: poor workers welfare and facilities causes’ industrial unrest
2. The long procedure in handling causes the industrial unrest.
Ho: long procedure in handling dispute do not causes industrial unrest.
Hi: long procedure in handling dispute causes industrial unrest.
1.5 SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY
This research will be beneficial to the government, the private and public sectors, the trade union, the educational sectors, the researcher and the public at largest.
The most important of it is eventually highlighted below:-
1. They enable the top management in the educational sectors, public and private sector to develop better working relations.
2. It also help the trade union to operate the process of that conflict resolution procedure in a fair and effective way which will help them to arrive at the favorable agreement in their working condition with the employers.
3. It also helps the government to formulate policies and strategies, which will reduce the industrial action.
4. It also helps them in the researcher to become a competent manager in the future.
5. It will provide the general public with effective of industrial unrest, consequences and importance of industrial unity.
1.6 LIMITATION AND DELIMITATIONS
The researcher is expected to measure all the problem of industrial action by academic staff of Federal University of Technology, Minna.
The process of carrying out this research work, there were factor influencing that affected the research work, from gathering the necessary Material that is involved.
This include time, there was a limited time within which the researcher is required to submit the project it was not possible to touch all areas.
1.7 DEFINITION OF TERMS
Industrial Relation
According to yusuf (1984), industrial relation as a whole work of human interaction at work is predicated upon and also arises out of employment contract.
Tayo (1980) defines the dispute between employees and management workers which is connected with the employment or non-employment or the term of employment and physical conditions of employment by an organized body of employees to achieved their goals.
DISPUTE
According to Cambridge English Dictionary means an argument or disagreement, especially an official one between, for example the workers and groups.
Grievance
It also means a real or imagined cause for compliant, especially unfair treatment.
Strike
It also the process to refuse to continue working because of an argument with an employer about working conditions.
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Industrial Unrest In The Educational Sector:
Industrial unrest in the educational sector refers to a situation where there is dissatisfaction, protest, or conflict among the employees (such as teachers, administrative staff, and support staff) and the management or government authorities within educational institutions. This unrest can manifest in various forms, including strikes, protests, work stoppages, and other collective actions. Here are some common reasons for industrial unrest in the educational sector:
- Pay and Benefits Disputes: Teachers and educational staff may demand higher salaries, improved benefits, or better working conditions. Disputes over inadequate compensation relative to the workload and responsibilities can lead to strikes and protests.
- Staffing Issues: Schools may face issues related to understaffing, overloading of duties, or layoffs due to budget constraints. These concerns can lead to unrest among staff members who feel overworked or insecure in their jobs.
- Working Conditions: Poor working conditions, such as inadequate facilities, lack of resources, or concerns about health and safety, can lead to protests and strikes.
- Educational Reforms: Changes in educational policies, curriculum, or evaluation methods can lead to unrest if educators and staff feel that these changes are detrimental to the quality of education or their working conditions.
- Contract Disputes: Contract negotiations between educational institutions and labor unions can break down, leading to labor disputes and work stoppages.
- Privatization and Commercialization: The trend towards privatization and commercialization of education can lead to protests and strikes as educators and staff may oppose the profit-driven approach and its potential impact on educational quality.
- Student-Related Issues: Educational staff may also engage in industrial action if they believe that the welfare of students is compromised, such as concerns about overcrowded classrooms, inadequate resources, or student safety.
- Unionization: Efforts to form or expand teachers’ unions can sometimes lead to conflicts and disputes with educational management or government authorities.
- Government Policies: Educational policies, funding cuts, or changes in education laws can provoke unrest if they are seen as detrimental to the interests of educators and educational institutions.
- Communication and Consultation: Lack of effective communication and consultation between management or government authorities and educational staff can exacerbate tensions and lead to industrial action.
Industrial unrest in the educational sector can have significant consequences, disrupting the normal functioning of schools and negatively affecting students’ education. Resolving these disputes often requires effective communication, negotiation, and compromise between all parties involved, including teachers, support staff, administrators, and government authorities, to find solutions that address the concerns of educators while ensuring the quality of education.