Resolving differences through negotiation
Certificate program for high school students
Co-organised by Aalto University Junior & Sopu Academy
Overview of the program
Course dates: 20 – 27 November, 2021
Application deadline: 10 November, 2021
This introductory module aims to introduce the fundamentals of communication dynamics. Participants learn about how to make decisions together, how to explore win-win solutions in their daily lives.
Who should attend?
This program is designed for high school students (14 – 18 years old) who want to improve their international communication skills. No prior knowledge is required to take this module. The language of instruction is English. Therefore participants must have sufficient English skills.
What you will get?
- Learn how to resolve conflicts when you make decisions with a group.
- Understand the negotiation dynamics you will encounter in your everyday life.
- Widen your perspective by making international friendships.
- Practice your English with fun role-play activities.
- Get a certificate of completion from Sopu Academy & Aalto University Junior.
About Co-organizer: Aalto University Junior
Aalto University Junior is an official unit of Aalto University. The purpose of the unit is to offer interdisciplinary educational activities for children, young people, and teachers in Finland.
About Aalto University
Aalto University is Finland’s leading university in the fields of economics, engineering, design and, architecture. Undergraduate programs offered by Aalto University in English are listed. You can learn more about these programs here.
As one of the leading universities in Northern Europe, you can find some of the selected global rankings of Aalto University on this page. Learn more about Aalto University rankings here.
QS Ranking 2020 – Young Universities – under 50 years
ShanghaiRanking – Business Administration 2021
US News – Economics & Business 2021
Program goals
At the end of this program, the participants will be able to …
- understand the interests and aspirations of different parties in negotiations.
- generate options that are good for all sides.
- use the ability of persuasion instead of coercion.
- develop empathy to see the problem from different perspectives.
- be aware of the role that emotions play in negotiations.
- learn the importance of listening.
Content of the program
The program includes 12 hours of live-online sessions and approximately 2,5 hours of individual activities to provide a comprehensive learning experience. Interactive live-online sessions are organized on two consecutive Saturdays (6 hours/day). The program includes hands-on exercises & games, role-playing activities, short theory sessions, peer feedback, and debriefing sessions. Participants are also asked to complete some individual work after the first day of the program. The tasks include self-evaluation and reflection about the activities.
Application process
The application process for the program is explained here.
Applications are free of charge.
Tuition fee: 300 EUR
What learners tell about our courses
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It was the best online program I’ve ever been to. I will definitely recommend it to anyone interested.
I realized that this online program, which I attended with prejudice, was the best and the most fun activity I could do on Saturday.
If you want to do any job related to human relations, I definitely recommend this program.
