Advance your ability to navigate complex conversations with Creighton University’s online graduate certificate in negotiation and conflict resolution. Designed for working professionals, this graduate certificate equips you with practical negotiation, mediation, facilitation and conflict resolution skills that can strengthen leadership effectiveness, improve workplace relationships and drive positive organizational outcomes. Whether you work in business, healthcare, education, government or nonprofit organizations, you’ll gain tools to resolve disputes, build consensus and lead with confidence in challenging situations. In the program, you will:
Creighton’s online negotiation and conflict resolution graduate certificate program prepares professionals to address conflict constructively, facilitate productive conversations and create positive outcomes in organizations and communities. Through an interdisciplinary curriculum grounded in leadership, communication and Jesuit values, you'll develop the skills to navigate challenging situations with confidence and integrity.
Whether you work in business, healthcare, education, government, human resources, nonprofit leadership or the legal field, this graduate certificate provides practical tools you can apply immediately in your professional and personal life.
The certificate consists of 15 graduate credits and can typically be completed in 12 months. Coursework explores the causes of conflict, effective negotiation strategies, facilitation techniques and the impact of culture, gender and power dynamics on conflict engagement.
Creighton's faculty offer academic expertise and real-world experience in negotiation, leadership and conflict engagement. They challenge students to deepen their self-awareness, strengthen their communication skills and develop approaches to conflict that foster collaboration, understanding and positive change.
By learning alongside professionals from diverse industries and backgrounds, you'll gain new perspectives and build skills that help you lead more effectively in today's complex workplace.
The Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Graduate Certificate program can be a valuable first step toward earning a master's degree. All 15 certificate credits can be applied toward Creighton's online Master of Science in Organizational Leadership, allowing you to continue your education without starting over.
Creighton's graduate certificate in negotiation and conflict resolution welcomes professionals from a wide range of academic and career backgrounds. The admission process is designed to help us understand your educational experience, professional goals and interest in developing advanced negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
Admissions Note: The admissions committee may request a personal interview to complete your profile. This evaluation can be conducted either virtually or in person.
International students are welcome to enroll in this online graduate certificate program and complete coursework from their country of residence. Please note that this program does not qualify for an F-1 student visa.
English language proficiency: Submit official qualifying scores (such as TOEFL or IELTS) to verify communication capabilities required for advanced healthcare negotiation and coursework.
Our admissions team is available to guide you through the application process and answer questions about eligibility, transcripts and enrollment.
Creighton's online graduate certificate in negotiation and conflict resolution offers multiple start dates throughout the year, making it easier to begin your graduate education when the time is right for you. To ensure your application is reviewed and processed in time for your desired start term, submit all required application materials by the corresponding deadline.
| Start Term | Apply By |
|---|---|
| August | July 15 |
| January | December 1 |
| May | April 1 |
If you have questions about admission requirements, application materials, enrollment deadlines or the next available start date, contact an admissions advisor for personalized guidance.
Creighton is committed to helping you understand the cost of your education and explore options for financing your degree.
Tuition and fees vary by program and are reviewed annually. View graduate certificate costs for current tuition rates, fees and estimated cost of attendance.
Financial aid options may include scholarships, federal student loans, employer tuition reimbursement and other funding opportunities, depending on your program and eligibility. Learn how to apply for financial aid and explore available resources.
Have questions? Email or call our financial aid team at 402.280.2731 for personalized assistance.
Students develop practical skills in negotiation, conflict management, mediation, facilitation, communication and consensus building. The curriculum also explores how culture, gender and power dynamics influence conflict, preparing graduates to navigate complex workplace and organizational challenges effectively.
Most students complete the online negotiation and conflict resolution graduate certificate in approximately 12 months. The program consists of 15 graduate credits and is designed to provide flexibility for working professionals balancing career, family and other commitments.
Yes. The certificate is offered in a fully online format, allowing students to complete coursework from anywhere while maintaining their professional and personal responsibilities. Multiple start dates throughout the year provide additional flexibility.
Yes. All credits earned through the negotiation and conflict resolution graduate certificate can be applied toward Creighton's Master of Science in Organizational Leadership. This allows students to continue their education and earn a master's degree without repeating coursework.
The certificate can help professionals strengthen skills that are valuable in a variety of fields, including human resources, healthcare, business, education, government, nonprofit leadership and consulting. Graduates often apply these skills in roles such as human resources manager, project manager, healthcare administrator, organizational development specialist and employee relations professional.
The Heider College of Business at Creighton holds dual accreditation from AACSB International, the global hallmark of excellence. Since 1949, we have remained in an elite tier of business education—one of only 2% of institutions worldwide to earn AACSB accreditation for both business and accounting.
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