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NSU Faculty Foster Greater Understanding and Peace

Through a commitment to nonviolent resolution, the Department of Conflict Resolution Studies helps students develop the skills to become compassionate forces for unity and understanding. And it’s because our faculty lead by example. Through the scholarship of engagement, a framework developed by two Nova Southeastern University Halmos College of Arts and Science faculty members, we seek to engage and transform conflicts to push the field forward.

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Our Approach to Conflict Resolution

Our undergraduate and graduate programs focus on the theory and practice of understanding human behavior in societies. Our methods resolve conflicts in a nonviolent fashion that respects the fundamental humanity of all parties. Using interdisciplinary techniques from sociology, psychology and communications, you can be a force for resolution and peace.

 

 

Careers with a Conflict Resolution Degree

There are dozens of career pathways for graduates with a degree in conflict resolution. You can be a mediator, organizational consultant, government official, clinician, field researcher – and so much more. Our faculty consult with and advise governments, international bodies and law enforcement groups, just to name a few. Because wherever human beings have competing interests, conflict resolution skills come in handy.

 

 

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Read the Latest Issue of the Journal, Peace and Conflict Studies

Read about interdisciplinary explorations of conflict resolution, peace building, humanitarian assistance and other alternative mechanisms that seek to prevent and control violence. Articles include topics such as sustainable development, ecological balance, community revitalization, reflective practice, action research, social justice, human rights, peace education, gender equality, intercultural relations, grassroots movements and organizational transformations.

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Conflict Analysis and Resolution (Ph.D.)

Conflict Analysis and Resolution (Ph.D.)

Advance your study and practice in conflict analysis and resolution with a mentorship-based program that will develop your skills as a practitioner. The degree focuses on improving skills for reflective practice, developing understanding and mastering qualitative and quantitative research. Through a curriculum of theory, practice, research, teaching and informed leadership in the field, you will develop your knowledge, analytical thinking, professional leadership skills and practical skills for communicating and publishing your findings.

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