The course deals with the study of inherent sources of conflict between people in terms of generic differences and problems of identity. Conflict and harmony are treated as on-going oppositional forces of human conduct, and yet, they are necessarily inherent to the processes of communicative interaction. Further, emphases are given to the nature of communication and conflict in the interpersonal configuration. Inter-group conflict as well as the nature of various forms of team competitions is also studied. Conflict management, mediation, and resolution strategies are central course concepts and practices.
Students study written materials on the course topics.
They become involved in exercises which illustrate the course concepts and processes. Case studies of conflict are considered. Experience with conflict and communication are provided with simulations, role-plays, and creative enactments concerned with problem solving through communication interaction. Students are not merely tested on the course content, but are experientially involved. Lectures, discussions, debates, and the creative resolution of problematic conflicts are central to the course conduct.