A Simulation Model of Intergroup Conflict

In this paper we investigate intergroup conflict and examine the impact of strategies to manage and hopefully reduce it. To do this, we use a probabilistic computer simulation model, based on feedback principles. The model examines how conflict between two groups evolves over time. Group differences...

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Published in:Journal of business ethics 2004-04, Vol.50 (4), p.355-367
Main Authors: Miller, Holmes, Engemann, Kurt J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Business ethics
Business studies
Computer based modeling
Computer simulation
Conflict
Conflict management
Conflict resolution
Ethics
Ethnic conflict
Group dynamics
Hostility
Information technology
Management policies
Management science
Minority & ethnic violence
Modeling
Operations management
Political power
Random variables
Simulation
Simulations
Standard deviation
Studies
Technology policy
Time series
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Summary:In this paper we investigate intergroup conflict and examine the impact of strategies to manage and hopefully reduce it. To do this, we use a probabilistic computer simulation model, based on feedback principles. The model examines how conflict between two groups evolves over time. Group differences and the occurrence of intergroup incidents drive the model. Intergroup hostility which depends on past history, recent conflict incidents, and group differences is the key variable that indicates the proclivity toward conflict between the two groups. We use the model to examine various cases and the effect of conflict management strategies. Based on the model results, we develop some conclusions about the applicability of the findings to actual situations, as well as directions for further research.
ISSN:0167-4544
1573-0697
DOI:10.1023/B:BUSI.0000025030.60387.c3