Conflict Management Conflict Resolution
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Conflict Resolution Skills

Offered by
University of California
Duration
6 hours
Length
1 weeks
Language
English

This course offers a concise, practice-oriented introduction to conflict management in both professional and interpersonal contexts. It equips learners with essential tools such as active listening, effective questioning, and structured communication techniques to navigate disagreements productively. Participants explore how to identify underlying interests behind positions, manage emotions in high-stakes interactions, and apply negotiation and mediation strategies to reach mutually beneficial outcomes.

The course emphasizes real-world application, guiding learners through frameworks for diagnosing conflict, choosing appropriate response strategies, and facilitating constructive dialogue. It also addresses verbal and non-verbal communication, helping learners build awareness of tone, body language, and framing. By the end, participants develop a systematic approach to resolving disputes and preventing escalation.

Overall, the course strengthens core professional competencies relevant across sectors, enabling learners to transform conflict into opportunities for collaboration, improved relationships, and more effective decision-making in complex environments.