| Course Title | Conflict Resolution & Negotiation Training Course |
| Organization | Tech For Development (T4D) |
| Venue | Tech For Development (T4D) Training Centre |
| Duration | 5 days |
| Target Industries |
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| Target Job Roles |
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| Course Fees (Face-to-Face) | USD 1,500/KES 99,000 (Exclusive of VAT) |
| Course Fees (Virtual) | USD 1,000/KES 70,000 (Exclusive of VAT) |
| Training Modes | Virtual and face-to-face training |
| Payment | Payment should be made to the Tech For Development (T4D) bank account on or before the start of the course |
| Accreditation | Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion |
This 5-day interactive training equips participants with practical skills to manage conflicts constructively and negotiate effectively in professional and organizational settings. The course blends theoretical frameworks, role-plays, simulations, and real-world case studies to strengthen participants’ ability to handle disputes, build consensus, and achieve win-win outcomes.
5 Days
Managers and Team Leaders
Human Resource Professionals
Supervisors and Department Heads
Project Managers and Coordinators
Professionals engaged in negotiations, partnerships, or stakeholder management
Gain confidence in addressing and resolving workplace conflicts.
Strengthen communication, persuasion, and negotiation skills.
Learn how to manage emotions during conflict.
Improve decision-making in tense situations.
Build resilience and adaptability under pressure.
Reduced workplace tension and improved collaboration.
Better negotiation outcomes with internal and external stakeholders.
Increased productivity through timely conflict resolution.
Enhanced organizational culture of trust and dialogue.
Improved employee satisfaction and reduced turnover.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
Understand the dynamics and causes of workplace conflict.
Apply conflict resolution strategies to different scenarios.
Strengthen communication and active listening for conflict management.
Use negotiation frameworks to achieve win-win outcomes.
Manage emotions and maintain professionalism under pressure.
Apply problem-solving and decision-making tools in conflict situations.
Build long-term positive relationships through effective negotiation.
Module 1: Understanding Conflict
Nature and sources of workplace conflict.
Types of conflict: interpersonal, team, organizational.
Self-assessment: Personal conflict style.
Module 2: Conflict Resolution Strategies
Conflict management models (Thomas-Kilmann, Interest-Based Approach).
Mediation and facilitation techniques.
Case Study: Handling conflict in cross-functional teams.
Module 3: Communication Skills for Conflict Management
Active listening and empathy in conflict situations.
Assertive vs. aggressive communication.
Practical Exercise: Difficult conversations role-play.
Module 4: Principles of Effective Negotiation
Stages of negotiation: preparation, discussion, bargaining, closure.
Win-win negotiation techniques.
Simulation: Negotiating with stakeholders under pressure.
Module 5: Integrating Conflict Resolution & Negotiation
Combining negotiation and conflict resolution for sustainable outcomes.
Emotional intelligence in conflict and negotiation.
Capstone Exercise: Simulated multi-party negotiation with conflict resolution.
Instructor-led sessions use a blended learning approach combining presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work, delivered by seasoned industry experts. All facilitation and course materials are in English, so participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion
The training will be held at the Tech For Development Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Arranged upon request.For reservations contact the Training Officer:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our T4D Training Centre or at a convenient location.
Payment should be transferred to the T4D account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected].
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19 Apr -
23 Apr
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
|
17 May -
21 May
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
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21 Jun -
25 Jun
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
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19 Jul -
23 Jul
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
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16 Aug -
20 Aug
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
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20 Sep -
24 Sep
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
|
11 Oct -
15 Oct
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
|
15 Nov -
19 Nov
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
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20 Dec -
24 Dec
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
|
Naivasha
|
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18 Jan -
22 Jan
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
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15 Feb -
19 Feb
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
|
15 Mar -
19 Mar
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
|
19 Apr -
23 Apr
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
|
17 May -
21 May
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
|
21 Jun -
25 Jun
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
|
19 Jul -
23 Jul
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
|
16 Aug -
20 Aug
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
|
20 Sep -
24 Sep
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
|
11 Oct -
15 Oct
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
|
15 Nov -
19 Nov
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
|
20 Dec -
24 Dec
|
KES 110,000
|
$1,500 |
Register |
|
Kampala
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|
18 Jan -
22 Jan
|
$1,800 |
Register |
|
15 Feb -
19 Feb
|
$1,800 |
Register |
|
15 Mar -
19 Mar
|
$1,800 |
Register |
|
19 Apr -
23 Apr
|
$1,800 |
Register |
|
17 May -
21 May
|
$1,800 |
Register |
|
21 Jun -
25 Jun
|
$1,800 |
Register |
|
19 Jul -
23 Jul
|
$1,800 |
Register |
|
16 Aug -
20 Aug
|
$1,800 |
Register |
|
20 Sep -
24 Sep
|
$1,800 |
Register |
|
11 Oct -
15 Oct
|
$1,800 |
Register |
|
15 Nov -
19 Nov
|
$1,800 |
Register |
|
20 Dec -
24 Dec
|
$1,800 |
Register |
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