NGstudy Certified Negotiation Specialist (NCN-S)
Thorough understanding of all Inputs, Tools, and Outputs of negotiation.
Mastery of both single-issue and multi-issue negotiation strategies.
Application of the principles defined in the Negotiation Body of Knowledge (NBOK™ Guide).
This certification is designed for individuals and organizations that use negotiation as part of their routine professional activities and wish to specialize deeply in the field.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in a related field.
Education: Mandatory 20 educational hours obtained via classroom training from a VMEdu Authorized Training Partner (V.A.T.P.).
Recommended: It is highly preferable to have completed the NGstudy Certified Negotiation Professional (NCN-P) certification and studied all NBOK™ Guide processes beforehand.
Type: Multiple choice questions.
Quantity: 140 questions.
Duration: 180 minutes (3 hours).
Proctoring: Proctored online exam.
Scoring: No negative marks for incorrect answers.
Retakes: Available for a fee of $50 if the first attempt is unsuccessful.
Attainment of the "NGstudy Certified Negotiation Specialist" accreditation.
Inclusion in the NGstudy Certification Registry.
Receipt of both an online and a physical certificate.
Validation of expertise in complex multi-issue negotiation scenarios.
The course employs a blended learning approach accessible via desktop or mobile app, featuring:
High-quality instructional videos.
Illustrative case studies.
Chapter tests and comprehensive study guides.
Interactive role plays and a glossary of terms.
While specific module titles are integrated into the study flow, the curriculum covers:
Introduction to NBOK™ Guide: Core principles and purposes.
Single-Issue Negotiation: Inputs, tools, and outputs.
Multi-Issue Negotiation: Complexity management and strategic outputs.
Negotiation Aspects & Processes: Procedural frameworks for professional environments.
NGstudy is a global certification body (part of the VMEdu family) focused on professional negotiation training. It maintains the Negotiation Body of Knowledge (NBOK™ Guide), which serves as a standard framework for negotiation professionals worldwide. The institution operates through a network of Authorized Training Partners (V.A.T.P.s) to deliver standardized, high-quality education
