Program Overview
The Master of Dispute Resolution and Arbitration (MDRA) is a 36-credit-hour graduate program designed to equip students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in mediation, negotiation, arbitration, and conflict resolution. The program integrates legal, psychological, and cultural perspectives to prepare graduates for careers in dispute resolution across various industries.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, students will:
● Understand legal and ethical frameworks in dispute resolution and arbitration.
● Develop skills in negotiation, mediation, and arbitration techniques.
● Apply conflict resolution strategies in legal, business, and international contexts.
● Analyze cultural, psychological, and power dynamics in conflict resolution.
● Utilize alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in diverse settings.
Program Structure & Course Requirements
Core Courses (24 Credit Hours – Required)
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
| MDR 601 |
Foundations of Dispute Resolution |
3 |
| MDR 602 |
Negotiation Strategies and Techniques |
3 |
| MDR 603 |
Mediation Theory and Practice |
3 |
| MDR 604 |
Arbitration Law and Procedure |
3 |
| MDR 605 |
Ethics and Professional Standards in ADR |
3 |
| MDR 606 |
Cross-Cultural Conflict Resolution |
3 |
| MDR 607 |
Business and Commercial Dispute Resolution |
3 |
| MDR 608 |
Legal Research and Writing for ADR Practitioners |
3 |
Elective Courses (6 Credit Hours – Choose Any Two)
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
| MDR 609 |
International Arbitration and Dispute Resolution |
3 |
| MDR 610 |
Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) |
3 |
| MDR 611 |
Family and Community Mediation |
3 |
| MDR 612 |
Conflict Resolution in Public Policy and Government |
3 |
Capstone Requirement (6 Credit Hours)
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
| MDR 613 |
Practicum in Dispute Resolution and Arbitration |
3 |
| MDR 614 |
Master’s Thesis or Applied Research Project |
3 |
Program Mapping
| Semester |
Core Courses |
Elective/Capstone |
| Semester 1 |
MDR 601, MDR 602, MDR 603 |
|
| Semester 2 |
MDR 604, MDR 605, MDR 606 |
|
| Semester 3 |
MDR 607, MDR 608 |
Elective 1 |
| Semester 4 |
Elective 2 |
MDR 613, MDR 614 |
