Experiential Mediation

Catalog description

Mediation is one of the most effective processes for addressing conflicts and achieving meaningful, creative and lasting solutions that preserve relationships. While Mediation has been effective in building peace following destructive interpersonal, intercommunity and international conflicts, it still remains misunderstood and underutilized, especially in the international context. Mediation is often confused with other means of alternative dispute resolution such as arbitration, negotiation or conciliation. Mediation is characterized by self-determination of the parties; mediators do not make decisions but rather facilitate the parties to discuss their viewpoints, generate new options and create effective solutions. Mediations are usually conducted confidentially in private settings. Impartial mediators, often working in teams, guide individuals and groups through a series of stages so they can find their own solutions. The course will be designed around experiential modules and the introduction of different mediation environments. Prerequisite: None Fulfillment: BUSF Non-Finance elective; BUSM Non-Marketing elective; IMB business elective