Why ACU?

Affordability

Transfer Credits

Military

Accreditation

Alumni

At ACU, our nationally recognized online degree programs are designed for busy working adults just like you. Our programs are intentionally structured to allow you to balance work, life and other commitments. As a student of ACU Online, you are part of a vibrant, virtual, Christ-centered community.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Disputes are bound to happen in professional settings and in our personal lives. Negotiation, conflict resolution and collaboration skills are highly valued – and greatly needed – in today’s workplace. In fact, conflict resolution-related positions are expected to grow faster than the average occupation, according to the Department of Labor. It’s a market that demands skilled professionals to be qualified with a conflict management certification.

FORMAT

100% online

In ACU Online's graduate Certificate in Conflict Management program, you will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to help you manage conflict effectively and professionally in a variety of settings while fostering relationships and successfully moving parties to agreement. Work toward the graduate certificate will, in most cases, be applicable to the Master of Arts in Conflict Management and Resolution should you decide to pursue a graduate degree.

TIMEFRAME

15 hours

12 months

EXAMPLE COURSEWORK

Theory 1

Negotiation

Mediation

Residency

COMMON JOB TITLES

Facilitator

Ombudsman

Mediator

Government

Law Enforcement

Want to enhance your skill sets as an effective communicator and mediator? Our certificate’s credit hours are stackable toward ACU's online Master of Arts in Conflict Management and Resolution degree. It's a great option if you plan on applying for the master's program at a later time. Simply complete the certificate program, and ACU will seamlessly apply your 15 credit hours toward your master’s. Earn both the graduate certificate and master's degree in three years. 

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for admission, students must:

• Complete the online program application accompanied by a non-refundable processing fee.
• Submit an official transcript of all previous colleges attended. The transcript must indicate an earned bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university or equivalent.
• Have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or above, probationary status may be granted.
• Submit a current resume.

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