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865-0066-01L 3 Credits MSC , WBZ , NDS D-GESS

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Mediation Process Design: Supporting Dialogue and Negotiation

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Simon Jonas Augusto Mason, Dr. Medinat Malefakis

Only for MAS/CAS in Development and Cooperation students, as well as specialists with at least 24 months of practical experience in international cooperation. Doctoral students dealing with empirical research in the area of development and cooperation (EZA) may be admitted "sur Dossier". MACIS students register through the NADEL administration office. Registration only through the NADEL homepage

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Abstract

The aim of this course is to gain a basic understanding of dialog, negotiation and mediation process design: what are different principles, approaches and questions related to process design that development cooperation practitioners need to be aware of?

Objective

- Understand the basic principles of dialog, negotiation and mediation processes and how these methods can be situated in the broader field of development, in fragile contexts, and peace-building. - Gain insight into different design approaches - Practice basic skills of dialogue facilitation and mediation. - Explore ways for improving collaboration with local and international third parties designing and guiding negotiation and mediation processes.

General Information

Language: English
Levels: MSC , WBZ , NDS
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: ungraded semester performance

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture with exercise	Mediation Process Design: Supporting Dialogue and Negotiation Block course: 04.03. – 08.03.2024 Location: CLD A1	No time listed	40 h semesterly

Offered In

Comparative and International Studies Master
- Electives
MAS in Development and Cooperation (The lectures and advanced training courses of NADEL are accessible only for students of the MAS in Development and Cooperation and for qualified employees with at least two years experience in development cooperation. ETH doctoral students working on topics related to poverty reduction in low- and middle income countries may also be admitted.)
- Advanced Training Courses
CAS in Development and Cooperation (Takes place each spring semester and every second autumn semester (odd years).)
- Module