Lesson 26: The labour market

In this lesson we will:

  • consider the unique features of the Swedish labour market
  • your rights and responsibilities as well as policies and collective agreements regulating the labour market.

Film

Tasks

Reference material to read/see/hear:

Background reading:

https://www.informationsverige.se/arbetsmarknad

Reference:

Films used during presentation:

Look through the information via the links. Then answer the study questions via email or form.

  1. What are the special features of the Swedish Labour Market model?
  2. Why are there so few strikes in Sweden?
  3. What financial help can you get if you lose your job?
  4. What examples of the Collective Agreement can you think of? (Watch the video ”Business Like A Swede”.)