Introductory Theory (ConRes 623)
McCormack Graduate School of Policy Studies
FALL 2012
Instructors:
Rezarta Bilali
617-287-7489
www.disres.umb.edu
This course examines the theories and assumptions underpinning the practice of negotiation and mediation. It identifies the major schools of thought that influence models in practice and shape research agendas. It examines theories critically, with three aims—uncovering implicit assumptions of practice, testing those assumptions against empirical evidence or other theories, and gleaning insights to assist practitioners. (Thursday 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.)
