Collective bargaining is a process in which employees negotiate with their employers to establish terms and conditions of employment. Synonyms for collective bargaining include labor management, joint negotiation, contract bargaining, and industrial relations. Labor management is used to describe the relationship between employers and employees, while joint negotiation refers to the process of finding a mutually beneficial agreement. Contract bargaining is used when labor unions are involved and negotiations revolve around the terms of a collective bargaining agreement. Industrial relations describe the broader relationship between employers and employees, including workplace culture and employee engagement. No matter which word is used, the goal is to find a fair and satisfactory agreement for both parties.