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Graduate Certificate in Conflict Resolution and Consensus Building
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Voted # 3 of the "Best 14 Online Graduate Certificates in Human Resources in 2021"
Graduate Certificate in Conflict Resolution and Consensus Building
The Graduate Certificate in Conflict Resolution and Consensus Building is a 15-credit course study. It provides professionals and post-baccalaureate students with an opportunity to explore an interdisciplinary concentration in conflict resolution. By participating in this program, students will develop both intellectual and practical expertise in conflict resolution theories and methodologies. The certificate fosters connections across a wide range of disciplines, including business, criminology, education, human resource management, international relations, labor studies, law, political science, psychology, public administration, sociology, and more. Upon completion of the certificate, you’ll be equipped with essential skills, including active listening, problem-solving, compromise, collaboration, communication, and mediation. These skills are invaluable for identifying issues early, evaluating innovative solutions for personal and organizational transformation, nurturing healthy relationships, and effectively leading teams.
This certificate is a stand-alone program that can be completed simultaneously by degree-seeking students pursuing a master's degree or non-degree-seeking students who hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Complete All Two Core Courses: (6 credits)
| LBS 5465 Mediation Techniques (capstone course) |
| LBS 5485 Fundamentals of Conflict Resolution |
Complete At Least Two Courses From the List: (6 credits)
| LBS 5155 | Workplace Diversity |
| LBS 5215 | Women in the Workplace |
| LBS 5466 | Family Mediation |
| LBS 5467 | Civil Mediation |
| LBS 5486 | Dynamics of Conflict Management |
| LBS 5488 | Organizational Conflict and Dispute Resolution Systems |
Complete One Elective Course: (3 credits)
| Consult the Assistant Director of Academic Services for approved electives. |
For more information, contact Johanna Hodgson, Assistant Director of Academic Services , at hodgsonj@fiu.edu or 305- 348- 2371