MPA 685N - Negotiations and Conflict Management

3 Credits

This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of interpersonal bargaining. The course will examines types of bargaining strategies, planning for negotiations, how to handle negotiation breakdowns, communications, power, persuasion, and ethics in negotiations, as well as international dimensions of bargaining. The pedagogical approach will largely be through experiential learning exercises based on weekly readings. Evaluations of student efforts will be based upon self-reflections, self-assessment, and personal portfolio construction, as well as in-class performance in negotiation sessions and debriefing discussions.

Prerequisite(s): MPA 500L
Minimum Grade: C