POLS 255 - Managing Human Conflict I

Credit(s): 3
3 hours lecture, 3 hours contact
Cross-Listed With: LAWS 255, PSYN 255, SOCL 255
Prerequisite(s): SOCL 101 or POLS 101.
This course introduces the student to the field of conflict analysis and resolution through the examination of theory and role-play. Major theories of conflict studies are considered and the student will explore whether these theories are useful in the resolution of conflict. The student will be introduced to the resolution of conflict. The student will be introduced to the various forms of conflict resolution such as negotiation, mediation and arbitration.