Admissions
Applicants to all graduate programs at George Mason University must meet the admission standards and application requirements for graduate study as specified in Graduate Admissions. Applicants to this certificate must submit an undergraduate transcript showing completion of an undergraduate degree or equivalent, a cover letter specifying interest in the program, two letters of recommendation, and a curriculum vitae or résumé indicating relevant work experience.
In addition, prior work experience in areas related to the chosen graduate certificate is desirable. GRE or other standardized test scores are not required but may be submitted. The TOEFL is required of international students. For more information, see Admission of International Students.
Policies
For policies governing all graduate certificates, see AP.6.8 Requirements for Graduate Certificates.
Certificate Requirements
Total credits: 15
This certificate may be pursued on a full-or part-time basis.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Coursework | ||
| CONF 500 | Frameworks for Ethical Dispute Resolution Practice | 3 |
| CONF 640 | Practicum in Contemporary Dispute Resolution | 3 |
| Select three courses from the following: | 9 | |
| Mediation in Diverse Settings | ||
| Coaching through Conflict | ||
| Collaborative Community Action Participatory Governance | ||
| Facilitation Skills | ||
| Negotiating in Complex Systems | ||
| Total Credits | 15 | |