School of Business

Lead with Clarity. Negotiate with Confidence.

This immersive certificate program is designed to help professionals navigate complex negotiations and resolve workplace conflict with confidence and clarity. Through hands-on learning and expert-led sessions, you’ll gain the tools to:

  • Revisit foundational negotiation concepts

  • Strengthen strategic thinking and decision-making

  • Build effective bargaining skills

  • Navigate cross-cultural negotiations

  • Improve workplace communication and conflict resolution

  • Sharpen listening skills for more profound understanding

  • Practice group negotiation and facilitation

Program Schedule

  • August 15, 2025, | 9 AM – 4 PM

    Mindful Negotiation Communication

  • September 16, 2025, | 9 AM – 4 PM

    Negotiation Principles & Interactive Skills

  • October 7, 2025, | 9 AM – 4 PM

    Preparation, Group Dynamics & Decision Making

  • November 14, 2025, | 9 AM – 4 PM

    Bargaining and Facilitation

  • December 2, 202,5 | 9 AM – 4 PM

    Conflict and Culture

Who should Attend?

Leaders, managers, HR professionals, team leads, and anyone looking to enhance their communication and negotiation capabilities.

Cost

Your $1,000 investment covers five full-day sessions led by experienced facilitators, comprehensive learning materials, and a certificate of completion. This program is designed to deliver immediate, practical value—equipping you with tools to lead more effectively, resolve conflict constructively, and negotiate with confidence in any setting. Breakfast and lunch are included.

Ready to lead with clarity and confidence?

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Speakers

Dr. Hubert Setzler III

NELLIE COOKE SPARROW PROFESSOR OF BUSINESS

Dr. Hubert Setzler III is the Nellie Cooke Sparrow Professor of Management and Coordinator of Management in the School of Business at Francis Marion University. He has been conducting corporate training for almost 30 years. He teaches Leadership and Supply Chain courses. His research interests include Predictive uses of Artificial Neural Networks, Geographical Data Analysis, and Supply Chain Integration. Dr. Setzler has a P.H.D and MBA from the University of North Carolina Charlotte and his B.A. from Newberry College.

Mr. Steve Matuszak

FORMER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AT CCTC

Mr. Steve Matuszak is presently consulting and teaches for the Management Department in Pamplin at Virginia Tech as well as for the Dean’s Office as Business Communication Skills Coordinator. He is the former Executive Director of CCTC. He is a training and development professional with over 26 years of experience in strategic assessment, development, delivery, management training, programming, and consulting in the areas of organization. He has an MA in Organizational Communication and an MS in Business Administration – Human Resources, both from Virginia Tech.

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For more information about this certification,
contact School of Business at 843-661-1420