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Handling Difficult Conversations and Conflict in the Workplace

  • 1 day, 9.00am to 4.00pm
  • UCNL

Where it runs

Courses run at UCNL, Scunthorpe. Some can also be delivered at Doncaster College, Stainforth or HESTA (Hull) — ask the team for details.

About this course

Overview

Having to address attitude, behavioral or conflict issues in the workplace can be very hard, if not done effectively it can make things worse, cause unnecessary anger, resentment and potentially damage working relationships in and across teams. It is a key skill and quality of effective and successful leadership at any level to be able to confront and challenge, to be able to negotiate and influence, and to be able to create win-win situations to minimise and diffuse conflict in the workplace. This 1 day programme will help attendees to identify and pre-empt potential conflict situations, how to plan and carry out difficult conversations to address issues and concerns with others, and understand the value and importance of effective communication, assertive behavior and good problem solving and decision making skills.

What You’ll Learn

Course Structure

  • What causes conflict in the workplace, how does it build up and show
    itself?
  • Why some conflict is good and necessary
  • The impact of negative conflict and attitude issues on individual,
    team and organisational performance
  • Identifying situations and concerns that need addressing
  • Planning and Carrying out a “difficult conversation”
  • Practical tips and techniques to manage conflict
    effectively
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Upcoming courses

3 start dates. Choose the one that suits you.

  • 26 Oct 2026

    Starts 26 October 2026

    • UCNL
    • 1 day, 1 day, 9.00am to 4.00pm

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  • 2 Feb 2027

    Starts 2 February 2027

    • UCNL
    • 1 day, 1 day, 9.00am to 4.00pm

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  • 7 Jun 2027

    Starts 7 June 2027

    • UCNL
    • 1 day, 1 day, 9.00am to 4.00pm

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Course dates may be subject to change without prior notice.

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One short form. The team will be in touch to confirm your place.

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Contact: Business Development

Prefer to talk? Call 01724 294040 or email wdinfo@dncolleges.ac.uk