ILR

ILR most commonly refers to the Industrial and Labor Relations School at Cornell University, known as the ILR School. It is a professional school within Cornell that specializes in the study of work, employment, labor relations, and related public policy. The school traces its origins to the early 20th century and was established as an independent school in 1945, evolving from earlier programs in industrial relations at Cornell. The ILR School offers undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students for careers in human resources, labor relations, public and private sector management, and policy analysis. Academic disciplines include industrial relations, labor economics, human resources, organizational behavior, and labor history. The curriculum emphasizes a blend of social science theory, quantitative methods, and practical applications, often supplemented by internships and fieldwork.

The ILR School is based on Cornell's Ithaca campus, with additional facilities and programs in New York City for executive education and professional development. It maintains research activities across labor market policy, workplace organization, compensation and benefits, and employment law, and it publishes the peer-reviewed Industrial and Labor Relations Review. The school is part of Cornell's global network of alumni and partner institutions, contributing to scholarship and practice in labor relations and workforce policy worldwide.