Conflict and Dispute Resolution Certificate

This certificate provides concentrated training in conflict processes that can be applied to a variety of degree and professional areas. Students completing this program will have a better understanding of the dynamics of conflict and the skills to effectively manage conflict in a wide range of settings.

Program requirements

COM 205 - Interpersonal Communication Theory and Skills
COM 410 - Conflict and Communication
COM 521 - Communication, Mediation, and Negotiation

Six hours of electives with advisor approval.

The intent of these electives is to allow students to focus on conflict processes and skills specific to their professional interest areas. Students may use up to three hours of COM 494 , Conflict Internship, towards the elective credit.

All candidates must satisfy the General University Certificate Requirements.

Total Credit Hours: 15

Completion requirement

Attain a GPA of 3.00 or higher in all courses used to fulfill the certificate requirements