Masters in Dispute Resolution (MDR)

The masters in dispute resolution program seeks to train professionals, primarily those in the fields of law, health care, education, and business, to practice as third party neutrals in the field of dispute resolution, or to be knowledgeable participates in the dispute resolution process.

Program outcomes

  • Learn the processes of negotiation, facilitation, mediation, arbitration, dispute resolution systems design, and public policy consensus building.
  • Demonstrate competency in dispute resolution theory and practice by employing critical thinking and the tools of research when completing either a master's thesis or an integrative capstone project.

Flexible scheduling

Courses are held Friday evenings and Saturdays with an online component - so they're available when you are. You can complete the entire program on a part-time or full-time basis.

Nationally recognized and experienced faculty

Study with superior faculty who are leaders in their fields, including law professors and practicing lawyers.

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Marquette University also offers a graduate certificate program in Dispute Resolution.

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Jeff Micklitz

Graduate Student
Lieutenant of Detectives - City of Milwaukee Police Department
Graduate from the 227th Session of the FBI National Academy

“Marquette's commitment to the community was what brought me in. The Master's Program in Dispute Resolution is cutting edge and has proven invaluable to me. I have been able to apply what I've learned to resolve workplace disputes, as well as disputes within our community.”


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