Interpersonal Conflict Skills and Strategies
College of Health and Human Sciences
Description
This course develops communication theories and interpersonal skills essential for conflict resolution. Students strengthen durable skills such as collaboration, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence while learning to analyze, manage, and de-escalate interpersonal conflict. Content emphasizes ethical decision-making and the influence of culture, power, and emotion on communication. The learning experience requires approximately 45 hours and prepares learners to apply conflict management strategies across personal and professional settings.
Successful completion of course assignments with an overall score of 80% or higher qualifies learners to earn the microcredential and a verified digital badge.
Level
Intermediate
Who Is Eligible
Anyone
Credit or Noncredit
Noncredit
Skills Obtained
- Communication Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Emotional Intelligence
- De-escalation Techniques
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
- Team Leadership
- Ethical Decision-Making
- Employee Conflict Resolution
Instruction Method
Online
Time To Complete
Months

Instructor: Mehmet Yauvz
Assistant Professor – School of Human Sciences
More information:
microcred@k-state.edu