This subject provides an introduction to the theoretical and practical aspects of this newly developing area which is applicable to all professions, business and government. It is designed to give an overview of the mediation process, dispute prevention, dispute management and dispute systems. It provides instruction in dispute system design. Dispute resolution theory is introduced together with the background to the mediation movement and negotiation theory, communication skills and critiques of ADR. A compulsory component of the course is a five-day training workshop.

For detailed subject information see the Dispute Resolution subject outline.

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Footnotes:
1. This subject commences approximately two weeks before the start of each semester.

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