graduate degree program
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Curriculum
Courses for the M.A. degree are drawn from nine different academic
units at the University of Denver: Conflict Resolution, International
Studies, Communications, Social
Work, Law,
Business,
Professional Psychology, Theology, and Applied Communication in University College. To check current
and past schedule of classes go to the registrar
website.
International Studies focuses on aspects of ethnicity and cultural
differences, globally organized efforts in cooperation, and justice,
human rights, and diplomacy. The Department of Human Communications
and the Graduate School of Social Work explore group dynamics.
The College of Law and University College have developed training
programs in COMM and mediation. The College of Business offers
a management specialty.
More than 20 different classes in the Conflict Resolution curriculum
are offered on campus at least once each year. About one-third
of these classes are taught within University College (the university's
continuing education program) and directed toward working professionals.
Courses emphasize theories of conflict resolution, mastery of
techniques for alternative dispute resolution, and courses on
organizational and management issues.
Requirements
- 62 quarter hour credits (equivalent to about 41 semester
hours)
- At least 12 courses: 2 maximum at 3000 level (advanced undergraduate
and graduate) - all others at 4000 level (for graduate students
only)
- A minimum of 36 credits must be taken in the
Traditional Program at DU
- A maximum of 26 credits may be taken at University
College at DU
- 41 DU credits (up to 21 quarter or 14 semester hours may be
transferred)
- Tuition fees combine two levels: Lower, University College
tuition rates apply when taking their courses, regular DU rates
apply when enrolling in the standard, traditional program.
- 3 quarters DU graduate registration
- GPA of at least 3.0
- Degree must be completed within 5 years of start date.
Scheduling
Classes are scheduled in the evenings whenever possible.
Most classes meet once a week for 3 hour sessions.
Core Courses (required)
- INTS 4920 Conflict & Conflict Resolution (5 credits)
- CRES 4221 Negotiation Theory and Practice (3 credits)
- CRES 4222 Mediation Theory and Issues (5 credits)
- CRES 4225 Conciliation and Reconciliation (5 credits)
- COMN 3000 or 4000 Level class, approved by Graduate Director (5 credits)
- MGMT 4620 Leadership and Organizational Dynamics (4 credits)
Practical Techniques Workshop (required)
- COMM 4701 Facilitative Mediation (4 credits through University College)
Methodology Training (required)
- CRES 4111 Reflective Practice and Evaluation
Special Topics (12 credits required)
- CRES 4810 Topics: Restorative Justice
- CRES 4333 Environmental Dispute Resolution (5 credits)
- CRES 4820 Intractable Conflict (3 credits)
- CRES 4830 Post Conflict Reconstruction - Rebuilding Education (3 credits)
- CRES 4840 Managing Organizational Conflict (3 credits)
- CRES 4850 Creating Agreement
- CRES 4860 Public Forum Facilitation
Internship (required)
- CRES 4981 Internship (0-5 vairable credits)
Practicum (required)
- CRES 4971 Practicum (3 credits)
Thesis (optional) (up to 10 credits)
- CRES 4991 and CRES 4995 Independent Study and Thesis Research
*COMN classes are offered on-line through the Organizational and Professional Communication program at University College. These courses are offered for 4 credits. For latest information, contact University College at 303 871.3354, or visit their website at http://www.universitycollege.du.edu
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