Dispute Resolution Charles Sturt University

Overview

The Dispute Resolution program from Charles Sturt University anticipates the needs of those in business, public service, legal, human resources and voluntary roles who seek to understand the cause and effect of conflict and acquire practical techniques to successfully apply dispute resolution processes in workplace settings.

This versatile degree can be customised to match your professional goals or interests. As well as core subjects in dispute resolution and mediation, you can choose from elective subjects in business, human resources, management, legal studies, law enforcement, crime prevention and child protection. 

This innovative degree allows you to include skills-based subjects, providing practical aids you can immediately apply in any workplace. 

As experienced conflict management and resolution practitioners, Charles Sturt University academic staff deliver a degree with a strong practical focus to ensure you graduate job-ready and equipped with a competitive qualification for the global employment market.

This degree is offered across a three-session academic year, with sessions commencing in February, July and November each year. You can choose to study just one subject in an academic session or, with approval, fast-track your degree by taking up to four subjects a session.

Designed to deliver maximum convenience for busy professionals, the Master of Dispute Resolution is available for online study from anywhere in the world. Subjects are taught using a range of learning techniques, including online study materials, video-captured lectures, online meetings and subject forums.

Career opportunities

Conflict and dispute resolution skills are recognised as essential for relationships to function on community, national and international levels. Whether you're working in a small team environment or you are a senior manager in a global corporation, our Master of Dispute Resolution will equip you with a practical and versatile skill set. 

On graduation, you'll be qualified to take on roles such as manager, professional negotiator, mediator and conciliator, or establish yourself as a skilled consultant. Dispute resolution skills also enhance your career in law, business, government, politics, international trade, industrial relations, human resources, health, education and the not-for-profit sector.