BPA 165 - Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
Focuses on the application of negotiation, mediation and arbitration as methods of resolving conflicts outside the courtroom. Students will learn the nature of conflict and the specific methods and techniques for resolving conflict. Students will examine the processes and skills involved, the training required and the employment opportunities available in the fast-growing field of alternative dispute resolution (ADR).

Crosslisted: Also offered as HUS 165 and LGS 165 ; credit will only be given for one of the following: BPA 165, HUS 165 , LGS 165 .