Arizona State University New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences 57 courses 120 total credits
The Bachelor of Arts program in conflict resolution provides an interdisciplinary foundation for understanding the dynamics of conflict and strategies for effective resolution. Grounded in communication, the curriculum introduces you to key theories and practical approaches for addressing conflict in various settings. Coursework explores challenges at both the individual and group levels, as well as within organizations and communities and across cultures. You learn skills in negotiation, mediation, dialogue and collaborative problem-solving that'll prepare you to transform conflict into opportunities for constructive change. This program is for you if you are interested in professions that require strong interpersonal, organizational and cross-cultural communication.
| Total Credits | 120 credits |
New College Residency Requirement
A minimum of 12 upper-division credit hours used toward the major requirements must be taken from the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences. When selecting courses, the college offering the course can be identified by viewing the course details in Class Search.
Conflict Resolution Core
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM 100 | Introduction to Human Communication | 3 |
| Total Conflict Resolution Core | 3 credits | |
Conflict Resolution Core - Complete one of the following:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM 222 | Argumentation | 3 |
| COM 230 | Teamwork and Collaboration | 3 |
| COM 263 | Communication Across Cultures and Global Engagement | 3 |
Conflict Resolution Core
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM 312 | Communication, Conflict, and Negotiation | 3 |
| PAX 230 or JHR 100 | Introduction to Peace Studies or Introduction to Social Justice and Human Rights | 3 |
| Total Conflict Resolution Core | 6 credits | |
Conflict Resolution Focus Areas - Upper Division Conflict in Political and Social Systems Focus Area:
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Conflict Resolution Focus Areas - Upper Division Global and Intercultural Conflict Focus Area:
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Conflict Resolution Focus Areas - Upper Division Relational and Interpersonal Conflict Focus Area:
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Conflict Resolution Focus Areas - Upper Division Work and Organizational Conflict Focus Area:
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| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM 400 | Communication in Professions | |
| COM 414 | Crisis Communication | |
| COM 415 | Risk Communication | 3 |
| COM 423 | Facilitating Collaboration and Dialogue | |
| COM 430 | Leadership in Group Communication | |
| COM 451 | Communication and Work Relationships | |
| Total | 6 credits | |
Conflict Resolution Electives - Upper Division Conflict Resolutions Electives:
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New College Proficiency - Global and Civic Engagement
Upper Division Global and Civic Engagement Requirement: satisfied through completion of six credits of upper-division courses with a Global Communities, Societies and Individuals (GCSI) or Governance and Civic Engagement (CIVI) designation, in addition to the courses used to meet the university general studies requirements; or completion of three credits from an ASU-approved global education program. Adjustment to upper-division and elective hours is required if a lower-division global education course is used. 6 credit hours
New College Proficiency - Mathematics
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MAT 114 | College Mathematics | |
| MAT 117 | College Algebra | 3 |
| Total New College Proficiency - Mathematics | 3 credits | |
ASU 101 or College-Specific First-Year Seminar
ASU 101 or college-specific equivalent First-Year Seminar required of all first-year students.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NEW 101 or IAS 300 | The ASU New College Experience or Career Strategies and Personal Resilience | 1-3 |
First-Year Composition
All baccalaureate degree students must fulfill university graduation requirements, including a minimum of 120 credit hours, with at least 45 credit hours in upper-division courses. All undergraduate students must complete General Studies requirements. Mathematics Placement Assessment score determines placement in first mathematics course. Students should work with their academic advisor, and consider course prerequisites, in order to complete all degree requirements in four years. For student resources, including academic advising appointment scheduling, forms and policies, internship information, involvement or research opportunities, and more, visit New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences homepage. Students interested in pursuing health-related professional and graduate programs including Pre-Health 101 Workshops and Pre-Health Advising should explore pre-health resources, Students interested in pursuing law-related professional and graduate programs should explore pre-law resources. Career preparation resources are available through Career Services.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | First-Year Composition | |
| ENG 102 | First-Year Composition | |
| ENG 105 | Advanced First-Year Composition | |
| ENG 107 | First-Year Composition | |
| ENG 108 | First-Year Composition | |
| Total First-Year Composition | 6 credits | |
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