Overview

The Conflict Resolution short course teaches you what creates workplace conflict, and gives you an  understanding of why it occurs.

You'll learn how to develop conflict resolution strategies and a strong insight into why people act a particular way, while developing empathy for difficult and diverse behaviours.

By understanding different communication styles, you'll grow your emotional intelligence and be able to work among a range of different people.

This course is designed and delivered by Swinburne Edge. 

Who should attend

This course is for individuals at all skill levels who want to learn about different forms of conflict that arise in the workplace.

Skills you’ll learn

  • Conflict resolution
  • Communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Active listening

Learning outcomes

  • Understand types of conflict in the workplace and how it can manifest.
  • Explore the different ways conflict can be expressed; such as aggression, assertion, and passiveness.
  • Develop effective conflict resolution strategies as you deal with difficult situations and people.
  • Explore the use of assertiveness, active listening, communication, body language, and teamwork to overcome conflict.
  • Respond to diversity.
  • Leverage grievance and conflict resolution procedures.

About your instructor

  • John Mitchell wearing a black tshirt

    John Mitchell

    John has a passion for communication and believes that this is the cornerstone to solving many of the problems faced by businesses. He also recognises and is passionate about the critical role emotional intelligence plays in the success of our lives, both within and outside the workplace. His training focuses on practical application, so participants leave confident to practice their new skills.
  • Cris Popp in a suit

    Cris Popp

    Trained as an ABC journalist, Cris has worked across numerous sectors and in diverse roles. He incorporates positive psychology, current research and real-world experience into his training. Cris uses various learning methods, including Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Mind Maps©, lateral thinking and more. A session with Cris is energising, effective, fun and invaluable.
  • “[The best part of the experience was] the relevant examples, small group interactions and the lived experiences of the facilitator.”

    Ali , Conflict Resolution

Why Swinburne?

Delivered by facilitators who are industry experts

Participant course training manual

Live Online delivery allows you to do the course from anywhere

Access to our team of Customer Development Advisors

Upcoming dates
Day(s)
Time
Conflict Resolution
Day(s)
6 May 2026
Time
09:15 AM - 04:00 PM
Conflict Resolution
Day(s)
20 July 2026
Time
09:15 AM - 04:00 PM
Conflict Resolution
Day(s)
30 September 2026
Time
09:15 AM - 04:00 PM
Conflict Resolution
Day(s)
4 December 2026
Time
09:15 AM - 04:00 PM

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Live Online Delivery

Our Live Online delivery

Our Live Online delivery is a dynamic, engaging and interactive way to learn remotely. It’s just like face-to-face but with the added benefits of digital technology. Your facilitator will present in real-time, and you will be able to participate in group discussions and collaborate on exercises and group activities using our interactive platforms.

At Swinburne edge we've transformed the online learning experience. Our live online delivery is a dynamic engaging and interactive way to learn remotely skip the commute.

Enjoy the comfort of your own working environment in a class of no more than 20. Virtual workshops that go beyond basic video. Calls are a key part of live online delivery, your facilitator will present in real time and you will be able to participate in group discussions. It's just like face to face but with the added benefits of digital technology.

Our interactive platforms will allow you to collaborate on exercises and group activities and it doesn't end when the workshop is finished. You'll have continued access to the discussion board shared files and group threads that you can refer back to at any time.

To take part all you need is a computer a microphone speakers or headphones an internet connection and a quiet place to work to get the most out of your live online experience.

Get set up in your workspace log in early and familiarize yourself with the day's events. Each workshop consists of a range of class group and individual activities all learning resources are available through our learning management system including workshop materials and if you're enrolled in a qualification you'll have access to the whole of Swinburne's digital library.

If you have any problems connecting our customer experience team will be standing by ready to help. Swinburne edge live online delivery is designed to meet your needs get industry ready take control of your learning with Swinburne edge live online courses. 

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