The Certificate in Dispute Resolution (CDR) is a graduate-level program designed for individuals who need to apply alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods, skills, and techniques in a specific, limited employment context.

Successful completion of the CDR indicates demonstrated competencies only in the field named on the Certificate. Persons completing Certificates will not have the breadth and depth in ADR required of candidates completing the M.S. in Dispute Resolution degree.

Examples of persons who might elect to earn the CDR are:
• Attorneys
• Corporate Executives
• Educators
• Family Business Owners
• Government Managers
• Human Resource Managers
• Health Care Executives
• Hospitality Industry Managers
• Labor Leaders
• Religious LeadersBenefits of the Certificate Program.


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