Soft Skills, Job Training & Career Acceleration

Handling Difficult Conversations

Mastering Communication in Challenging Situations

Workload: 80 hours Topics: Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
Initial Registration โ€” 80 EUR This initial payment is credited toward tuition. Program-specific discounts may apply.
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Program overview

Handling Difficult Conversations equips participants with the essential skills to navigate complex discussions in professional settings. This course emphasizes practical strategies and techniques that foster effective communication, enabling individuals to approach sensitive topics with confidence and clarity. Participants will engage in project-based learning, focusing on real-world scenarios that enhance their negotiation and conflict resolution capabilities.
The curriculum is designed to facilitate interactive experiences, encouraging learners to apply their knowledge through role-playing and peer feedback. By the end of the program, participants will not only have honed their conversational skills but also developed a comprehensive understanding of how to manage conflicts constructively. Opportunities to publish insights and results in Cademix Magazine will further enrich the learning experience and contribute to professional visibility.
Understanding the dynamics of difficult conversations
Techniques for active listening and empathy
Strategies for de-escalating tension in discussions
Role-playing scenarios to practice negotiation skills
Frameworks for structuring difficult dialogues
Managing emotional responses during conflicts
Crafting clear and assertive messages
The impact of body language and non-verbal cues
Developing a personal action plan for ongoing improvement
Final project: Conducting a difficult conversation simulation and reflecting on outcomes

Learning goal

To develop effective communication strategies for handling challenging conversations in professional environments

Target group

Graduates, job seekers, business professionals, researchers, and consultants

Prerequisites

None

Format and certification

Teaching method: Project-based, interactive

Certificate: Certificate of Attendance, Certificate of Expert

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