BUS 437- Negotiation and Conflict Management Week 4 Quiz
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What is one reason to learn negotiation according to the text?

  • Negotiation occurs only for the purpose of resolving disputes
  • Negotiation is limited to formal, explicit rules of processing
  • Negotiation can be learnt as a soft skill with proven processes and tools (correct)
  • Negotiation is reserved only for skilled businesspeople or diplomats
  • What are some reasons for negotiations to occur?

  • To create disputes between parties
  • To limit the sharing or division of resources
  • To avoid negotiating with skilled businesspeople or diplomats
  • To resolve problems or disputes between the parties (correct)
  • Why do some people fail to negotiate, as per the text?

  • They recognize the negotiation situation but lack negotiation skills
  • They only negotiate with formal, explicit rules of processing
  • They fail to recognize the negotiation situation and thus cannot achieve their goals (correct)
  • They believe negotiation is limited to vertical relationships/hierarchical authority
  • What is negotiation according to the text?

    <p>The process of agreeing on how to share or divide a limited resource</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be learnt about negotiation from the text?

    <p>Good negotiation can be learnt as a soft skill with proven processes and tools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In negotiation, what does 'up and down- vertical relationships/hierarchical authority- both way' refer to?

    <p>Hierarchy of power and authority within an organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is negotiation not reserved only for skilled businesspeople or diplomats, according to the text?

    <p>To create new opportunities that individuals could not achieve alone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen if people fail to recognize a negotiation situation, as per the text?

    <p>They may fail to achieve their goals or get what they need</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason provided in the text for negotiations to occur?

    <p>To resolve a problem or dispute between parties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of learning negotiation as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Understanding how negotiation works and recognizing negotiation situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest as a reason for negotiations to occur?

    <p>To agree on how to share or divide a limited resource</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is negotiation not reserved only for skilled businesspeople or diplomats, according to the text?

    <p>Because negotiation is a fundamental human activity that occurs in various situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen if people fail to recognize a negotiation situation, as per the text?

    <p>They may miss opportunities to resolve disputes and achieve their goals smoothly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason to learn negotiation?

    <p>To effectively navigate through various situations involving limited resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is negotiation according to the text?

    <p>A fundamental human activity that occurs in various contexts and situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    What is Negotiation?

    • Negotiation is an interactive communication process that takes place when two or more parties pursue a mutually acceptable outcome.

    Reasons for Negotiations to Occur

    • Differences in interests, needs, or goals between parties can lead to negotiations.
    • Negotiations can occur due to changes in circumstances, such as a change in market prices or availability of resources.

    Importance of Learning Negotiation

    • Learning negotiation is essential because it is a part of daily life, and everyone negotiates in various aspects of life.
    • Negotiation skills are not reserved only for skilled businesspeople or diplomats; everyone can benefit from learning negotiation.

    Challenges in Negotiation

    • Some people fail to negotiate because they are unaware that they are in a negotiation situation.
    • Failing to recognize a negotiation situation can lead to poor outcomes, lost opportunities, or damaged relationships.

    Key Concepts in Negotiation

    • 'Up and down - vertical relationships/hierarchical authority - both way' refers to the exchange of information and influence between parties in a negotiation.

    Focus of Learning Negotiation

    • The main focus of learning negotiation is to achieve a mutually beneficial outcome that satisfies the interests of all parties involved.

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    Test your understanding of the fundamentals of negotiation and conflict management covered in Week 4 of BUS 437. This quiz covers topics such as the ubiquity of negotiation, its importance, and its impact on relationships.

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