Master's in dispute resolution

The master's program trains professionals, primarily those in law, health care, education and business, to practice as third-party neutrals in dispute resolution or be knowledgeable participants in the dispute resolution process.

Program outcomes

  1. Learn the processes of negotiation, facilitation, mediation, arbitration, dispute resolution systems design and public policy consensus building.
  2. Demonstrate competency in dispute resolution theory and practice by employing critical thinking and research when completing a master’s thesis or integrative capstone project.

Flexible scheduling

Courses are held Friday evenings and Saturdays — so they're available when you are. You can complete the entire program on a part- or full-time basis.

Nationally recognized and experienced faculty

Study with superior faculty who are leaders in their fields, including law professors and practicing lawyers.

Marquette also offers a graduate certificate program in dispute resolution.

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Jeff Micklitz

Graduate Student
Lieutenant of Detectives - City of Milwaukee Police Department
Graduate from the 227th Session of the FBI National Academy

“Marquette's commitment to the community was what brought me in. The Master's Program in Dispute Resolution is cutting edge and has proven invaluable to me. I have been able to apply what I've learned to resolve workplace disputes, as well as disputes within our community.”


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