About Our Employment and Labor Relations Faculty

  • Mike Korns, ELR Professor

    EMPLOYMENT AND LABOR RELATIONS — Professor Michael Korns is a professor in the Employment and Labor Relations Department.

    Impartial Professors with a Record of Real-World Success

    Our faculty members reflect both sides of the negotiating table. Some hail from union and labor organizations, while others have impressive management resumes. Together, they bring real-life dilemmas and debates to the classroom to help you master the art of collective bargaining. 

    • Our professors have a solid track record in preparing master's candidates for excellent jobs.
    • Faculty members assist students in pursuing competitive internships.
    • Professors are equally adept at working with mid-career professionals who wish to make a change and recent graduates of bachelor's degree programs who have discovered a passion for negotiation.
    • An understanding of the history of labor-management conflicts adds perspective and conviction to our professors' philosophy of mutually agreeable resolutions. 
    Ryan Kenney

    Enjoyed Time in Class, Bond with Professors

    “The bond between the professors and students was very close and straightforward. Dr. Michael Korns challenged his students to think outside of the box and creatively. His door was always open for guidance and advice, and I really enjoyed my time in his classes.”

    Ryan Kenney '13, MA in Employment and Labor Relations, Employment Specialist in Talent Acquisition for the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

  • Department of Employment and Labor Relations
  • Davis Hall, 4th Floor
    570 South 11th Street
    Indiana, PA 15705-1087
  • Phone: 724-357-4470
  • Office Hours
  • Monday through Friday
  • 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
  • 1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.