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Arbitration

Certificate in Arbitration Law and Practice

Last updated: 2024

Arbitration is a globally recognized form of dispute resolution in which an impartial arbitrator decides and judges a contractual dispute between two parties - without going to court.

Arbitration is growing exponentially in India because of the time and cost it potentially saves the disputing parties.

Course info at a glance

Language: English

Level: Basic

Mode: Distance

Duration: 3 months

Next Batch Starts: 1st May 2024

Course Fee: INR 5,000 + 18% GST

Requirements: Higher Secondary Pass Grade. General Internet and Social Media Awareness

Assessments: A 100 mark open-book ONLINE exam. Score at least 40% to pass.

Last date for receipt of application and fee: 30th Apr 2024

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What you will learn

Advise clients on matters of arbitration and alternative dispute resolution
Represent clients in arbitration matters
Draft and vet contracts with regard to arbitration and other matters
Navigate Arbitration Procedures
Advise clients on appropriate dispute resolution options
Draft effective arbitration clauses or agreements
Analyze Arbitral Awards
Implement and Enforce Arbitral Awards

Who is this course for?

Law students
Business students
Practicing Advocates
Business Owners
General Counsels
Aspiring arbitrators

Syllabus

Why is arbitration important?
Understanding Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Different types of ADR methods
Why should law students and lawyers learn about Arbitration?

The difference between arbitration, litigation and mediation
When should you use arbitration?
Combining arbitration with other forms of ADR
Which disputes can be arbitrated?
What does the typical arbitration procedure look like?
How is arbitration legally binding?

Importance of contracts from the perspective of arbitration
Essential points to note for drafting a contract
Common faults found in contracts

What is an arbitration clause or agreement?
Contents of an arbitration clause
Determining the validity of an arbitration clause

Who can be an arbitrator?
The difference between an arbitrator and a judge
What should you keep in mind while appointing an arbitrator?
Ensuring the impartiality and suitability of arbitrators
Can the appointment of an arbitrator be challenged?
The challenge the appointment of an arbitrator
Conditions for changing or terminating an arbitrator

Deciding the procedure of arbitration
What is the difference between ad hoc and institutional arbitration?
The difference between arbitrationprocedure and court procedures

The difference between final and interim arbitral awards
Are arbitral awards legally binding?
Circumstances for issuing interim awards
When are settlement awards issued?
Can an arbitral award be changed once it is issued?

Conditions under which an award can be challenged
Procedure to challenge an arbitral award
Role of the courts when an award is challenged

Understanding BIT arbitration
The need for BIT arbitration
Global treaties and rules that govern the BIT framework

Difference between a foreign and domestic arbitral award
Implementation of a foreign award in India
Circumstances under which a foreign award be refused in India

When should a party choose mediation over arbitration?
Combining arbitration and mediation to resolve a dispute
Difference between a mediator and an arbitrator
Difference between conciliation, mediation, and arbitration?
What is the end result of conciliation and is it binding on the parties?

The steps to becoming an arbitrator in India
Educational prerequisites to become an arbitrator
Leading arbitral institutions and qualifications
Which sorts of firms hire arbitrators?

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What's included?

FAQs on Arbitration in India (Ebook)
Latest Infographics (Download sample infographic)
Exclusive Digital Courseware
5-hours on-demand videos
Mobile device access
Anytime exam
Printed, verifiable course certificate

Sample Course Certificate

Course Description

Arbitration is a globally recognized form of dispute resolution in which an impartial arbitrator decides and judges a contractual dispute between two parties - without going to court.

This Arbitration Law and Practice course is designed to equip students with a thorough understanding of arbitration and its role within the broader context of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).

The course not only covers the theoretical aspects of arbitration but also provides practical insights into becoming an arbitrator.

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Praise for the "FAQs on Arbitration in India" book

"go to' source of reference for students, executives, and entrepreneurs alike. This book is a must have for every aspiring business person."

Deepak C Mehta
Chairman & Managing Director, DEEPAK NITRITE LTD

"useful not only for “non-legal” users and potential users of arbitration, but is also an invigorating “back to basics” refresher for legal counsel and arbitrators alike! I would certainly be proud to have a copy in my office library!"

Naresh Mahtani
Advocate & Solicitor, Supreme Court of Singapore & Director, ADELPHI LAW CHAMBERS, Singapore

"The book explains the concept & process of arbitration in a manner that is easy to understand for non-legal people & corporate professionals."

Milind Kulkarni
Ex-Chief Financial Officer at TECH MAHINDRA

Expert Course Creator

Dr. Bharat Nain is co-author of 'FAQs on Arbitration in India', a comprehensive and practical book on the subject.

A corporate professional with over 40 years of experience, he is a trained professional arbitrator, and Founder-Director of United Resouce Consultants Pvt Ltd.

Dr. Nain has completed the Fellowship in International Arbitration from the Singapore Institute of Arbitrators and is a Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, London.

He is passionate about demystifying arbitration and has a business-centric approach to the subject. In addition, Dr. Nain is a certified Marshall Goldsmith Executive Coach and holds engineering and MBA degrees.