Philippine Labor Law Quiz

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What does Philippine labor law primarily regulate under Articles 247 to 281 of the Labor Code of the Philippines?

  • Management prerogatives
  • Unfair labor practices (correct)
  • Employee discrimination
  • Employee promotions

What does management prerogative in Philippine labor law primarily refer to?

  • Employee promotions based on arbitrary criteria
  • Unfair treatment of workers
  • Employer discretion in promoting employees (correct)
  • Employee rights to organize

In Philippine labor law, what does having a higher educational background like being a master's degree undergraduate automatically entitle an employee to?

  • A promotion (correct)
  • Equal treatment
  • Special privileges
  • Protection from unfair labor practices

In Philippine labor law, what is necessary to successfully file a case for discrimination in promotions?

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Philippine Labor Law: Articles 247 to 281

  • Regulates various aspects of employment, including wage standards, working conditions, and employee rights.
  • Specific provisions cover termination of employment and the grounds for dismissal.
  • Addresses issues around the rights of workers, particularly under just and authorized causes.
  • Establishes guidelines for employee discipline, including procedural fairness and due process.

Management Prerogative

  • Refers to the inherent rights of management to make decisions regarding the organization’s operations.
  • Includes authority over hiring, promotions, work assignments, and workplace rules.
  • Allows management to determine the methods and means of achieving work objectives, as long as it doesn’t violate labor laws or agreements.

Educational Background and Entitlement

  • Higher educational qualifications, such as holding a master's degree, do not automatically guarantee promotions or specific entitlements.
  • Does not confer any automatic preference in job advancement unless explicitly stated in company policy or collective agreements.
  • Employability and promotion are determined by performance and organizational needs, not solely on educational achievements.

Filing a Case for Discrimination in Promotions

  • Requires evidence demonstrating that the promotion decision was based on discriminatory factors such as race, gender, or religion.
  • Must provide proof of a consistent pattern of discrimination in the promotion process.
  • The specific burden of proof lies with the complainant to display that similarly qualified candidates were treated differently based on prohibited grounds.

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