The Center founded and chairs a university-wide graduate certificate program on Natural Resource Conflict Resolution.

This is the only graduate-level program in the nation specifically designed to provide students with a working knowledge of the theory and practice of collaboration and conflict resolution as applied to land use, natural resources, and environmental quality.

Students and faculty from more than 15 different disciplines regularly participate in courses and practicum projects. The College of Forestry and Conservation, School of Law, and College of Arts and Sciences provide academic oversight of the program.

For inquiries, contact Shawn Johnson at shawn.johnson@umontana.edu.

For detailed information including admissions, curriculum, and student testimonials, see the following links:

• Natural Resources Conflict Resolution Program Handbook (2019)
• Current Course Outlines
  • Natural Resources Conflict Resolution
  • Collaborative Skills for Natural Resource Leaders
  • Practicum in Collaborative Conservation 
• Sample Letter of Intent
• Guidelines for Final Evaluation
• Graduate School Certificate Application
• NRCR Program Network
• NRCR Program Alumni Testimonials