Top Online Arbitration Courses For Arbitrators
In this blog, the researcher has discussed top online courses on arbitration. These online courses on arbitration have been provided below. For instance, each course has been divided into four parts.
- Organising Institute
- Duration of the course
- Learning outcomes of the course
- Benefits of pursuing the course
These online courses on arbitration would help in sharpening one’s skills.
Provided by: Indian Institute of Arbitration and Mediation
Duration: 4 days
Learning Outcomes: The course focuses on the following aspects.
- Theory of arbitration law and practice
- Procedure of ad-hoc arbitration
- Procedure of institutional arbitration
- Drafting of arbitration agreements
- Framing of issues
- Drafting dispute resolution clauses appropriate to the parties’ needs
- Giving arbitral awards
Benefits: Firstly, this online course provides knowledge and an appreciation of commercial arbitration and its role within the Indian legal system. Certainly, this course will build a strong foundation for prospective arbitrators. It will also sharpen one’s skills and expertise. Above all, on successful completion of this course, the participant will be eligible for empanelment as a certified IIAM Arbitrator, as per QAP-4 of the IIAM Accreditation system. The participant will also be eligible to apply for accreditation under the Asia Pacific Centre for Arbitration & Mediation Accreditation norms.
Provided by: International Chamber of Commerce
Duration: 8 hours
Learning Outcomes: The course focuses on the following aspects.
- Provides an overview of arbitration as a means of dispute resolution
- Functioning of the ICC International Court of Arbitration and its Secretariat operate.
- Examines the application of the 2017 ICC Rules of Arbitration to the ICC arbitration process
Benefits: Self-paced nature of the online course makes it attractive. Further, one can learn about the rules and procedures of the ICC Court of Arbitration at home. Also, this is a great opportunity to earn a certification from the ICC. Moreover, this is an interactive course and covers important points of the arbitration process like an emergency arbitrator, expedited procedure provisions, etc.
Provided by: Kompass Professional Development
Duration: 10 weeks
Learning Outcomes: The course focuses on the following aspects.
- Canadian arbitration law and procedure
- Learning how to conduct arbitration hearing
- Techniques for managing power imbalances and maintaining neutrality
- Standard approaches to writing arbitration awards
- Codes of conduct, ethics, law, and compliance for arbitrators in Canada
- Drafting the arbitral award
Benefits: This online course is recognized and accredited by the ADR Institute of Canada (ADRIC). In addition, this course meets the educational requirement (40 hours) needed to pursue the Qualified Arbitrator designation. Also, this course has a practical approach i.e., mock trial and role play. Further, the instructor would conduct mock arbitration through video conferencing.
Provided by: University of Aberdeen
Duration: 12 weeks
Learning Outcomes: The course focuses on the following aspects.
- Arbitration agreement
- Sources of arbitral rules: legislative and institutional
- Jurisdiction of the arbitral tribunal
- Appointment of arbitrators
- The arbitral process pre-hearing
- Arbitral costs
Benefits: This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb). During this course, one can access all learning materials on a computer, smartphone, and laptop, 24 hours a day. Also, this course is conducted through video lectures and online tutorials. Likewise, slide presentations and reading materials would be sent to the participants. In conclusion, these online courses will help in understanding new concepts easily.
Provided by: Universiteit Leiden
Duration: 12 hours
Learning Outcomes: The course focuses on the following aspects.
- History and General Principles of International Arbitration
- Investment Arbitration
- Arbitration and the Law of Sea
- State Immunity
- Enforcement and Validity of International Arbitral Decision
Benefits: The prospective candidate can pursue this course on Coursera. This course will also look at the work of the Permanent Court of Arbitration and its role as administrator of arbitrations. In addition, quizzes are also a part of the course.