COM 521 - Communication, Mediation, and Negotiation

Credit Hours: 3
Explores the communicative foundation for understanding the processes of mediation and negotiation as methods for resolving conflict, with an emphasis on interpersonal and organizational conflict. The course covers theories and concepts pertaining to mediation and negotiation, particularly alternative dispute resolution, and provides students the opportunity to apply concepts through a variety of experiential activities. May be taught concurrently with COM 621. Cannot receive credit for both COM 521 and COM 621.

Lecture contact hours: 3

Typically offered: Fall, Spring