This course is part of the Conflict Management Specialization

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Najla DeBow

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Conflict Management SpecializationUniversity of California, Irvine

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Resolving conflict in a positive manner is a skill that can be developed and practiced.  Being heard can be one of the most important goals of someone engaged in conflict.  Knowing how to listen and deploy appropriate communication tactics is determinative of whether a conflict will have a positive or negative resolution.  Examine listening skills, appropriate and strategic verbal and non-verbal communication skills, and how to assemble a conflict management plan likely to yield positive resolutions.
Upon completing this course, you will be able to:
1.       Use active listening skills when dealing with conflict
2.       Choose appropriate communication tactics when dealing with conflict
3.       Create a usable plan for managing conflict

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Conflict Management Specialization

Approx. 4 hours to complete

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Skills you will gain

Active Listening
Communication
Management
Collaboration

Flexible deadlines

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Shareable Certificate

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Course 2 of 4 in the

Conflict Management Specialization

Approx. 4 hours to complete

English

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Najla DeBow

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University of California, Irvine Extension

103,888 Learners

4 Courses

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University of California, Irvine

Since 1965, the University of California, Irvine has combined the strengths of a major research university with the bounty of an incomparable Southern California location. UCI’s unyielding commitment to rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and leadership and character development makes the campus a driving force for innovation and discovery that serves our local, national and global communities in many ways.

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Content Rating96%(4,832 ratings)

Week

Week 1

1 hour to complete

Getting Started

1 hour to complete

1 video (Total 3 min), 3 readings

1 hour to complete

Active Listening Skills

1 hour to complete

9 videos (Total 32 min)

Week

Week 2

1 hour to complete

Communication Problems and Skills

1 hour to complete

9 videos (Total 27 min)

Week

Week 3

2 hours to complete

Usable Plan

2 hours to complete

9 videos (Total 33 min)

21 minutes to complete

Course Wrap-up

21 minutes to complete

1 video (Total 1 min), 2 readings

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TOP REVIEWS FROM CONFLICT RESOLUTION SKILLS

by GSAug 5, 2018

Great content and real world examples. Definitely a must take class for anyone interested in solving problems effectively.

by MMar 16, 2017

Great course because it has provides excellent background and all ways that have to be used while using Conflict Resolution Skills to resolve a conflict.

by CMFeb 22, 2022

This was a great course on Conflict Resolution. I really feel like it is beneficial for anyone in the work place and especially supervisors.

by VCApr 29, 2020

Design of the course is excellent with videos, book reviews, case studies and interviews with field experts. I love this course and enjoyed a lot and I learned so many concepts.

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About the Conflict Management Specialization

Master the fundamentals of conflict resolution, harness the power of positive conflict, and hone your intercultural communication skills. In this Specialization, you’ll learn to strengthen your personal and professional relationships by constructively addressing conflicts between individuals and within organizations. You’ll build skills specifically aimed at managing intercultural conflicts in today’s global society, and you’ll explore how competing interests and goals, power imbalances, and other factors influence the nature of conflict and management strategies. In the final Capstone Project, you’ll analyze a specific conflict and outline an approach to management and resolution.

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What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

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