I'm considering Industrial and Labor Relations as a major, and it seems like not many schools offer it. I've been hearing about Cornell's ILR school though. Could anyone tell me more about its course content, alumni network, job prospects, and so on?
Cornell's School of Industrial and Labor Relations (ILR) is indeed one of the prominent programs of its kind and offers a unique interdisciplinary curriculum that combines social sciences with practical, real-world knowledge related to work, labor, and employment. This is the only college in the Ivy League to offer such a program.
In terms of course content, ILR students study a balance of liberal arts, business, and social sciences in subjects such as economics, sociology, psychology, history, law, and statistics. The curriculum ensures students understand how labor and employment issues impact individuals, societies, and the global economics landscape.
Furthermore, the program is renowned for its faculty members, who are leading experts in their fields. This allows students to learn from professionals who can provide a cutting-edge perspective and practical insights.
As for post-graduation, ILR students typically have strong job prospects. The school has a dedicated Career Services center that supports its students with job search, internships, career counseling etc. According to the ILR school's official website’s post-graduate report, 95% of graduates from the class of 2022 were in some form of employment, higher study, or volunteer service six months after graduation.
The world of work is broad and so are the careers that ILRies go into. Retail giants, consulting firms, government agencies, international bodies, law firms and labor unions, typically, are some of the many places where graduates have found roles.
In terms of the alumni network, being part of the larger Cornell University community, it is broad, diverse, and active. There are many opportunities to network with alumni in a multitude of industries. The university also organizes meet-ups, networking events and has online platforms where you can engage with Cornell alumni from all over the world.
In summary, for a student interested in Industrial and Labor relations, Cornell's ILR provides a comprehensive, thorough, and clearly well-regarded education that could be a foundation for a variety of career options.
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