CHANDLER, Ariz: Learn@Forbes, an online learning platform offering professionals affordable and time-saving alternatives to traditional degrees through courses for today's demanding career fields and disciplines, has launched a new specialization in Workplace Conflict Resolution.
According to research conducted by the Society for Human Resources (SHRM), respectful treatment of employees at all levels is ranked by over 70 percent of employees as one of the top factors of job satisfaction. Meanwhile, the annual cost of workplace conflict, based on research by CCP Global Human Capital, is nearly $360 billion. Currently, there are more than 3,600 open Workplace Conflict Resolution positions nationwide on ZipRecruiter. The median salary for a Conflicts Manager, according to Salary.com, is $90,913.
Conflicts and misunderstandings are common in the modern workplace, but when tempers flare and stressful situations create untenable conditions, professional and corporate reputations can be at risk, said Learn@Forbes Chief Operating Officer, Dhiraj Bansal. The Workplace Conflict Resolution Specialization is designed for managers and human resources professionals seeking to improve relationships between co-workers and teams; prevent fraud, harassment, and bullying; and transform organizational culture for the better.
The Learn@Forbes' Workplace Conflict Resolution Specialization includes nine self-paced courses that comprise
10 Steps to Replacing Workplace Bullying with a Positive Workplace AARP vs. EEOC Impact on Workplace Wellness Ethics and Attitude in the Workplace Fraud in the Workplace Harassment A Bystander's Guide to Action and Restoring Workplace Respect How to Deal with Difficult People Investigating a Complaint of Inappropriate Behavior in the Workplace Resolving Workplace Conflict Workplace Organization for Productivity
Upon completing the specialization, learners will receive a Forbes Specialist Certificate of Completion to show their employer and add to their resume and LinkedIn profile. Those who would like to start the Workplace Conflict Resolution Specialization can do so with a 14-day free trial. Learn@Forbes subscription plans are as low as $12.50 per month. For additional information, visit learn.forbes.com.
