Overview
Aims
Identify types of negotiations, strategies, techniques and tactics specific to negotiations
Explain the types of negotiations, strategies, techniques and tactics specific to contract negotiation
Assist in the preparation and conduct of negotiations in international affairs
Course contents
General negotiation considerations
Basic principles of trade negotiations
The negotiator: the profile, the qualities necessary for the successful negotiator, negotiation styles
Redefining positions and establishing possible concessions
Negotiation techniques: persuasion, manipulation and influencing negotiation
Learning outcomes
Improving persuasive communication skills, useful in negotiations
Assessment
Written paper – interpretative essay – 80%; continuous assessment – 20%.