Overview

Ever wondered how to find common ground and make decisions that work for everyone? Dive into our “Negotiation And Agreement Training” course to discover how. This course takes you on a step-by-step journey, showing you how to get ready for talks, understand the other person’s side, and reach a solution that both parties like. It’s not just about business; it’s about understanding people.

Negotiation isn’t about winning; it’s about finding a balance. Our Negotiation And Agreement Training course helps you set up your game plan before discussions start. It walks you through understanding what the other person wants, chatting about options, suggesting solutions,  and finally making a deal. Along the way, you’ll also learn about the way people think and how to avoid common mistakes.

Whether you’re trying to make a deal at work, sort out a disagreement with a friend, or make decisions at home, knowing how to negotiate can make a big difference. This course will give you the tools and confidence to turn tough talks into win-win situations. Come join us and learn the art of agreement!

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the importance of negotiation and agreement in a business environment
  • Develop essential business communication skills needed to negotiate effectively
  • Familiarise yourself with the seven essential steps to successful business negotiation
  • Master the art of discussing, proposing, bargaining and agreeing
  • Learn about the human operating system and how to upgrade yours

Who is This course for?

  • Individuals are keen to enhance their negotiation tactics and strategies.
  • Business professionals aiming to foster better partnerships and deals.
  • Team leaders seeking to manage and resolve internal conflicts amicably.
  • Sales and marketing professionals aspiring to close deals effectively.
  • Is anyone interested in mastering the art of agreement in personal or professional settings?

Certification 

After completing the course, you can order a certificate of achievement to display your achievement for as little as £3.99 for the PDF version and £7.99 for the paper version or £10 for both. There is an additional £10 delivery charge for international students.

Requirements

  • This course is available to all learners of all academic backgrounds.
  • Learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the course.
  • A strong grasp of English, numeracy, and ICT is necessary for enrollment in this course.

Career Path

On successful completion, learners will be equipped with the fundamental skills to negotiate effectively in a business environment and the knowledge required to close deals successfully. This course relates to those in the following roles:

  • Negotiation Consultant: £50,000 – £80,000
  • Business Mediator: £40,000 – £65,000
  • Contract Manager: £45,000 – £70,000
  • Sales Director: £60,000 – £95,000
  • Conflict Resolution Specialist: £35,000 – £60,000
  • Strategic Partnership Manager: £55,000 – £85,000

Course Curriculum

Introduction and The Principles of Collaborative Negotiation
Welcome and Course Overview 00:06:00
Why Good Negotiation Practice Leads to Better Relationships 00:03:00
Shameless Book Plug 00:01:00
Millie’s Cookie Story 00:07:00
Exercise 1: Intentions / Objectives for This Programme 00:01:00
Giving Structure to Your Negotiation Strategy
Negotiation is not 00:02:00
Distinguishing Negotiation from -Haggling 00:07:00
The 7 Steps to Negotiation Success 00:06:00
Exercise 2: Giving Structure to your Negotiations 00:01:00
Step One – Preparing Yourself for Collaborative Negotiation
Preparing Yourself and Your WIN Outcomes 00:06:00
Exercise 3: Securing Commitment to Negotiate 00:01:00
The 4 P’s 00:01:00
The Importance of Personality 00:02:00
We, Then Me 00:02:00
Exercise 4: The 4 P’s 00:01:00
Step Two – Preparation - Understanding the Power of Variables
Introduction to Variables 00:04:00
Video Examples of Excellent Creativity in Variables 00:03:00
Exercise 5: Understanding the Power of Variables 00:01:00
Using the WIN Matrix 00:03:00
Exercise 6: Write Your Win Matrix 00:02:00
Step Three – Understanding Your Partner's Point of View
Introduction 00:01:00
Example Story- Maps of the World – Dyl’s Den 00:03:00
Exercise 7: Stepping Into Your Partner’s Shoes 00:01:00
Step Four – Discussing
Introduction- Stating Intentions 00:04:00
Co-Active Listening- Are You Really Listening 00:02:00
The Power of Pause 00:01:00
Exercise 8: Using Open Questions 00:01:00
Exercise 9: Going Above and Beyond Their Wildest Dreams 00:01:00
Exercise 10: Socratic Questioning 00:04:00
Exercise 11: Creating a Discussion Agreement Statement 00:01:00
Step Five – Proposing
Introduction to the Propose Stage 00:05:00
Exercise 12: Putting Your Proposal into Writing 00:01:00
Step Six – Bargaining
Introduction 00:02:00
Exercise 13: Creating a Bargaining Agreement Statement 00:02:00
The Power of Silence 00:04:00
Exercise 14: Developing Your Time-Out Strategy 00:01:00
Step Seven – Agreeing
Introduction to Bargaining 00:04:00
The Written Columbo 00:02:00
Exercise 15: Drafting an “Agreement In Principle” 00:01:00
Getting Yourself Out of the Way - The Human Operating System
Introduction – The Missing Link 00:04:00
Exercise 16: Noticing Your Thinking 00:02:00
What Does this Mean in Your Negotiations? 00:03:00
Understanding Personality
Why Personality? 00:05:00
Introducing the 4 Colours 00:04:00
Introducing the 8 Aspects 00:04:00
Inspiration v Discipline Driven 00:04:00
Exercise 17: Teddy Bear 00:01:00
Big Picture vs Down to Earth 00:03:00
Exercise 18: Football Club Trip 00:01:00
People Focused vs Outcome Focused 00:02:00
Splash App 00:02:00
Exercise 19: Completing Your Own Assessment 00:01:00
Negotiation with Different ‘Personality Types’ 00:04:00
Using the Seven Steps at Home
Introduction 00:04:00
Avoiding Common Gambits Some Negotiators Use
Nibbling – The Columbo 00:02:00
The Flinch 00:02:00
The Red Herring 00:01:00
Higher Authority 00:02:00
The Reluctant Buyer – Seller 00:01:00
The Best of a Bad Choice 00:01:00
Conclusion – Can You Really Get More by Giving More?
Conclusion & Thank You 00:02:00
Course Resource Files
Negotiation – How to Craft Agreement That Give Everyone More 00:00:00
Assessment
Assignment – Negotiation and Agreement Training 00:00:00