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The Master of Arts in Conflict Management Dispute Resolution (CMDR) is a 37-credit hour program, designed to meet the needs of working adults.  It provides a thorough grounding in conflict theory, law, and the social/behavior sciences.  Students gain the vision, determination, and expertise needed to meet today’s conflict challenges.  Focused on new approaches and practical techniques, the course of study teaches formal conflict management skill development in negotiation, mediation, and system design.  The CMDR program enhances careers in business education, health, law, management, public administration, psychological services, religion, and related occupations.

 
 

Financial Aid
Our graduate programs are approved for federal financial loan programs. Contact Financial Aid for further information.

Faculty
Our instructors are working professionals who have amassed years of first-hand knowledge and experience. You will learn from highly knowledgeable veteran instructors who have excellent academic credentials. They have also held a variety of managerial and executive level positions with many different companies and industries.

 

Accelerated Classes
Our Master’s degree programs are designed to work with your existing schedule and lifestyle. In Baker’s accelerated degree programs you attend classes one night each week and take just one course at a time. As an CMDR student you can complete this program in approximately 18-20 months.

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Our classes are held year round with new cohort groups starting throughout the year. The CMDR program is offered at our Overland Park, Topeka, Wichita, and Lee's Summit campus locations.

Applicable Courses
Our graduates consistently report that the knowledge gained in class was immediately transferable to their daily professional lives.

   

Master of Arts in CMDR
• Successful completion of the specified Master’s curriculum.
• A 3.0 overall grade point average with no more than one course completed with a grade of “C.”

• Payment of all tuition and fees.
• Completion of all course work within six years of the date of initial enrollment.
• Approval by the faculty.

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• Completed application form & fee.
• A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university documented by receipt of an official transcript.
• Two years full time work experience.
• Minimum TOEFL test score of 600 on the paper-based test, a score of 250 on the computer-based test, or score of 100 on the internet-based test for international applicants. (Minimum passing score may vary as the ETS revises the exam.)
• Two letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with the applicant's professional work experience.

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CMDR courses are offered at our Overland Park, Topeka, and Wichita campus locations.

Overland Park
Baker University
Administrative Office
8001 College Blvd., Ste. 100
Overland Park, KS 66210
Ph. 913-491-4432

Wichita
Baker University
3450 North Rock Road, Bldg. 400
Wichita, KS 67226
Ph. 316-636-2322

Topeka
Baker University
2641 SW Wanamaker Road
Topeka, KS 66614
Ph. 785-272-6442


Learn more about our CMDR program by calling 913-491-4432 or 316-636-2322 and ask for a Conflict Management and Dispute Resolution (CMDR) Coordinator.
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