Negotiation and Dispute Resolution in the Public Sector
MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (DUSP 11.225)

NOT OFFERED FALL 2012

Instructor:
Lawrence Susskind
Rm. 9-332
617-253-2026

Investigates social conflict and distributional disputes in the public sector. While theoretical aspects of conflict are considered, the focus is on the practice of consensus-building and dispute resolution in public policy settings. Comparisons between unassisted and assisted negotiation are reviewed along with the techniques of facilitation, mediation, and non-binding arbitration. Heavy emphasis on strengthening individual negotiation skills. No prerequisite. (Mondays and Wednesdays 3:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.)

Advanced Workshop in Multi-Party Negotiation and Conflict Resolution (MLD 230)
KENNEDY SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT

WINTER 2012
Instructor:
Brian Mandell
617-495-9123

This intensive skill-building workshop on multiparty negotiation and conflict resolution (NCR) aims to help participants manage complex multi-stakeholder negotiations; mediate public disputes; design consensus-building procedures; examine cross-cultural differences and ethical dilemmas; and sustain cooperative relationships. The emphasis is on the NCR challenges faced by managers in the public and nonprofit sectors. Small groups will do intensive exercises, and participants will be provided with guided, repeated practice and feedback. Prerequisite: MLD-221. (Daily attendance required: intensive format for two weeks in January. Meets Jan 4-17 daily 9 am – 8pm)