The Art of Negotiation: Step by Step to Successful Outcomes

CertificateProfessional DevelopmentBusiness & Finance

What You'll Study

Day 1 - Understanding the Negotiation Framework

  • Introduction to a structured approach to negotiation
  • Exploring different negotiation mindsets and strategies
  • Becoming aware of personal assumptions and negotiation habits
  • Recognising and avoiding common mistakes and unproductive patterns
  • Includes two role plays and several exercises

Day 2 - Communicating Effectively and Building Relationships during Negotiations

  • Preparing strategically to approach negotiations with clarity and direction
  • Structuring conversations to guide negotiations toward productive outcomes
  • Using clear and purposeful communication to move discussions forward
  • Building and maintaining trust over time
  • Navigating difficult interactions constructively
  • Includes extended role play and several exercises

Day 3 - Interests, Options, and Legitimacy in Negotiations

  • Understanding what truly drives decisions in negotiations
  • Moving beyond surface-level positions to uncover deeper needs and interests
  • Using creativity to develop strong, practical options and solutions
  • Establishing credibility and fairness using objective criteria, data, and benchmarks
  • Responding professionally to difficult demands
  • Includes extended role play and several exercises

Day 4 - From Commitment to VR - Action- Immersive Negotiation Practice

  • Knowing when to commit, and when and how to walk away
  • Crafting clear and practical agreements
  • Ensuring agreements are supported internally and externally
  • Bringing it all together: Negotiation Workshop with immersive VR
  • Experiencing multiple immersive VR negotiation sessions
  • Debriefing and reflection after each immersive VR session

Programme Details

Duration

4 days

Qualification

Certificate

Subject Area

Business & Finance