This course provides students with a strong grounding in professional mediation, and the opportunity to develop practical skills as a mediator in domestic and cross-border settings. The stages of the mediation process and techniques for each stage are taught. Simulated role-play exercises are arranged to develop skills as mediators.
After successfully completing this course students will:
1. Understand various models of mediation internationally
2. Be able to explain the purpose of each stage in the facilitative mediation process
3. Be able to demonstrate knowledge, application of ethics and skills of mediation
4. Be able to demonstrate conduct of a mediation process
5. Research and critically discuss some current issues in conflict resolution and effectively
present (orally and in writing) your findings.