Applied Conflict Resolution

Portland State University

United States of America, Aberdeen

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Portland State University

United States of America , Aberdeen

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

USD 65

Credit point

22 Points

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines26-Sep-2023

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 46,941 / year

Next Intake 26-Sep-2023

Applied Conflict Resolution

About

In today's increasingly divided world, understanding the root causes of conflict and how to peacefully resolve it are sought-after skills in many fields. Portland State's graduate certificate in applied conflict resolution can help you develop the skill-set you need to effectively approach, manage, and resolve conflict between individuals, families, and groups, organizations, even nations.

You can use the certificate as a stepping stone in your profession, or as a distinctive credential that can help you advance in your career, whether you work in education, business, government, counseling, social work, or human resources.

We combine theory and research with practical, hands-on experience, ensuring you leave the program ready to tackle conflict resolution in the real world.

Applied Conflict Resolution Graduate Certificate: Why

Disciplines

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Copies of official degree certificate/diploma
Certified translation of transcripts
Financial documentation demonstrating adequate financial support for at least the first year of study

Career

In as little as two to three terms, you can learn effective techniques for engaging and transforming disputes in organizational and community life.

PSU's certificate in applied conflict resolution can prepare you to enter or advance in fields as diverse as human resources, policing and corrections, education leadership and student services, ombuds, patient advocacy, humanitarianism, and non-governmental organizations. You'll also be prepared for jobs involving research, program development, and program evaluation.

Our alumni have gone on to positions involving negotiation, peace action and research, student services, and dispute resolution in the community and beyond.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

USD 46,941

Application Fee

USD 65

How to Apply

Complete the graduate application
Send the Graduate School’s Admissions office your official academic transcripts
Submit evidence of English language proficiency
Provide financial documentation demonstrating adequate financial support for at least the first year of study
Depending on the individual graduate program that you are applying for, additional department requirements may include:
- Personal essay or statement of purpose
- Letters of recommendation
- Standardized test scores, e.g., GRE (not required by all programs)
- Resume
- Writing samples
- Portfolio