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CJUS-P 313: CONFLICT MANAGEMENT (3 credits)

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This course will provide students with a fundament knowledge and understanding of the nature of interpersonal conflict associated with law enforcement professionals. This course will begin by introducing students to the theories of human nature and build upon their understanding of conflict and conflict management for an organizational behavior perspective. Based upon the perspectives of these two schools of thought, this course will identify the principles associated with conflict management (social responsibility, compassion, and fairness). Finally, this course will identify the four characteristics or the 'plumbline' of conflict management (cultural intelligence, ethical behavior, effective interpersonal communication, and proficient use of power and authority) that provide the student with necessary skill to develop a personalized method for managing conflicts effectively on multiple levels.

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