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Negotiating Skills In Environmental Dispute Resolution

Negotiating Skills In Environmental Dispute Resolution

Covers bargaining and negotiation as they can be applied to the resolution of environmental disputes. It will help a student prepare for and carry out a negotiation, become a more effective communicator, and understand the psychological dimensions inherent in negotiation processes. In addition, the courses examines mechanisms for assisting negotiations including facilitation and mediation. The course employs a series of gaming simulations that allow students to engage in controlled bargaining situations, followed by debriefings that critique strategy and styles. In addition, a framework for negotiation analysis is developed that draws on literature in the areas of decision analysis, social psychology, and public policy. This course is a half-term module.

School(s)/College(s)
Environment and Sustainability
Course Number(s) UM Course ID Academic Level Credits Sustainability Category*
EAS 533 016350 Graduate 3 Sustainability-Focused

Academic Terms

YearSession(s)
2025Fall
2024Fall