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The Department of Communication collaborates with the Master's in Human Resources and Labor Relations (MHRLR) program and the Sheldon B. Lubar College of Business to deliver the Graduate Certificate in Mediation and Negotiation. This curriculum equips students with both practical skills and theoretical understanding for careers focused on addressing conflicts in workplace, educational, community, or family settings. The program responds to growing demands from businesses, labor groups, government agencies, and community organizations for professionals skilled in conflict resolution.
Through interdisciplinary methods, the curriculum provides foundational training in individual and organizational mediation and negotiation, offers opportunities for specialized advanced coursework, and culminates in either a fieldwork experience or a research project guided by a subject matter expert. The Graduate Certificate in Mediation and Negotiation can be pursued through either part-time or full-time enrollment.