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Prepare for a career in labor and community organization.
As a student in the Labor Studies BA program at UMass Boston, you will acquire the skills you need to analyze historical controversies and to think strategically about social, political, and economic change. You will build a strong foundation for a variety of occupations and prepare to be active in your own labor and community organizations.
In this program, you will:
Gain an in-depth understanding of the history, theory, and practice of the labor movement, including its influence on social and economic policies
Develop critical thinking, research, and communication skills, as well as the ability to analyze complex issues related to labor relations
Apply their knowledge and skills to real-world situations, including workplace issues, labor disputes, and public policy debates
Your future success at UMass Boston is important to us, and that begins with your high school curriculum.
All non-native speakers of English must demonstrate English language proficiency. Students can demonstrate proficiency by submitting the following exams:
TOEFL (79+)
IELTS (6.0+)
SAT (Evidence Based Reading & Writing (ERWS) component of 480+)
ACT (Reading and English component scores totaling 34)
Duolingo English Test (100+)