Μεταπτυχιακό σε Dispute Resolution (MA) - Independent College

• To provide learners with knowledge and understanding of the fundamental theories, concepts and methodologies of dispute analysis.
• To provide and develop a professional competency in the techniques necessary to define and assess disputes.
• To provide and develop the skills necessary to employ a methodical and critical approach to challenges in the management and resolution of disputes.
• To equip learners with the ability to communicate strategies and solutions in conflict contexts.
• To provide learners with the knowledge and foundation to pursue further post graduate study.
• To facilitate the development by the learner of applied skills that are directly complementary and relevant to the workplace.
• To enable the learner to identify, develop, and apply analytical creative problem solving and research skills.

At the conclusion of the program, learners should be able to:

• Assess the societal, psychological, theoretical and legal principles that underpin the different forms of dispute resolution.
• Evaluate how different forms of dispute resolution operate.
• Manage different dispute resolution processes to effectively bring conflict situations to a conclusion in a consensual manner.
• Synthesise a range of conceptual approaches to dispute resolution theory and practice.
• Integrate a range of perspectives on current concerns and issues in the field of dispute resolution.
• Design and present solutions to inter-personal conflict situations.
• Compile research to an advanced level through a range of research projects and a major dissertation with ethical considerations.
• Demonstrate key communication and active listening skills and become critically self-aware.

• Interdisciplinary, interactive approach to alternative dispute resolution techniques (Law / Business Studies / Psychology / Sociology / International Relations / Restorative Justice)
• Accredited by the Irish Professional Mediators' Organisation (IPMO), to which graduates are eligible to apply for membership
• Shortlisted for 2025 Education Awards: Best Masters Programme – Creative, Social & Professional Studies

• Professional Mediation, Arbitration & Negotiation
• Public Sector Managerial level positions / NGO
• Private sector Management, HR, Change Management, Workplace Dispute Resolution
• Membership of Professional Bodies
• Third-level Education