Overview

Conflict Resolution MA - University of Massachusetts Boston Graduates work in fields as varied as policy, health care, education, peacebuilding, human resources, law, and ministry. We are involved in court mediation, peace education, restorative justice, inter-religious dialogue, bridging the Israeli Palestinian conflict and much more.

36 credits required to for the MA which can be completed in 2 years with full-time study. Part-time study is available.

The conflict resolution graduate programs provide the theoretical foundations and practical skills to advance your current career trajectory or help you transition to a new one. Our alumni work in fields as diverse as business, government, education, health care, and international humanitarian work.

Program Strengths

Experience an intimate learning environment that fosters close relationships between faculty and students
Explore conflict in interpersonal, organizational, intercultural, and international settings
Collaborate with our expert faculty of scholars and practitioners committed to student success
Gain hands-on experience through in-court mediation, restorative justice, and conflict resolution internships
Expand your network and knowledge base with relevant program-sponsored speaker series, conferences, and events
Enjoy the flexibility of evening and weekend classes

Learning Outcomes

Gain a thorough grounding in the theory of conflict and its resolution.
Explore the social, psychological, political, structural, and cultural factors which give rise to conflict and shape its course.
Understand the effects of different types of conflict on people and the relationships among them.
Develop skills in the practice, design, and evaluation of a variety of conflict management and resolution applications relevant to a broad range of contexts and group sizes. These skills include nonviolent, collaborative resolution methods, such as mediation, facilitation, negotiation, dialogue, organizational change, and consensual decision making.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Negotiation
Mediation Internship
Cross-Cultural Conflict
Conflict Resolution Systems for Organizations
Overview of Conflict Intervention Processes
Conflict in Workgroups

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

International Relations Psychology Diplomacy View 939 other Masters in Psychology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Writing Sample optional
Statement of Purpose - Answer all 3 questions:
Outline the development of your interest in conflict resolution, leading to your decision to apply to the program. (500-1,000 words).
Describe one or more specific experiences you have had with conflict. What was your role? What were your rewards and frustrations? (500-1,000 words).
How will you apply the skills, knowledge, and perspective acquired through the program in your current and/or future employment? (500-1,000 words).

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Tuition Fee

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International

29060 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14530 USD per semester during 24 months.
National

29060 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14530 USD per semester during 24 months.
In-State

14886 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7443 USD per semester during 24 months.

Living costs for Boston

1560 - 3239 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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