CAIE IGCSE Business Studies 2.2.5 role of trade unions
Practise trade-union questions by defining the organisation clearly and explaining how membership can protect employee interests.
- Syllabus
- 2027–2029
- Course
- Business 0264
Exam points
- Define a trade union as a worker organisation that protects interests or rights.
- Explain how unions represent employees in disputes over pay or working conditions.
- State employee benefits such as advice, bargaining power or support with workplace issues.
2.2.5—The role of trade unions question 1
[Maximum number: 2]
WMH is a business which operates in the secondary sector. It makes furniture including tables and chairs. WMH's employees are all members of a trade union. The Managing Director knows the business is likely to remain small. She is considering introducing new technology into WMH's factory. She also knows it is important for a manufacturing business to choose a suitable location for a factory.
Define 'trade union'.
Define 'trade union'.
Award 2 marks for a full definition. Award 1 mark for a partial definition.
- Group of workers who join together to ensure their interests are protected [2]
- An organisation of employees aimed at improving pay and working conditions [2]
- An organisation that exists to provide workplace support for its members [2]
Partial definition e.g.
- Group of workers/employees (who join together) [1]
- People/organisation who fight for employee/worker rights [1]
- Stand for workerˋs rights/protect workers [1]
- Group of people who protect workers [1]
- An organisation that ensures workers' rights are not violated [1]
For two marks needs the idea of who is involved (a group/organisation of workers) and why it exists (protect
their rights/interests).
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