Is LLM in dispute resolution worth it?
Students who earn an LLM in Dispute Resolution can sharpen their negotiating skills, which can help them become a sought-after mediator. They may also become better at identifying mediation options and researching different areas of the law, which can help them excel during their career.
Can arbitration and mediation be combined?
A combination of mediation and arbitration helps parties to resolve cases in whichever way that might suit them. Parties can also decide to keep the same neutral partner for both the mediation and the arbitration process.
What is arbitration & mediation?
Mediation and Arbitration are forms of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) that are intended to avoid the high cost and unpredictable outcome that could result from a lawsuit. The mediator is a neutral third party who helps the parties negotiate a resolution to their dispute.
What is an MDR degree?
Our Master of Dispute Resolution (MDR) is designed for exceptional students and professionals interested in building strength in ADR processes or gaining skills and a prestigious credential for pursuing career opportunities as a mediator. The MDR is a 24 unit degree program, offered on a part-time or full-time basis.
How do you choose between mediation and arbitration?
The mediator helps the parties to arrive at an agreed solution. He does not decide the dispute. A successful mediation results in an agreement signed by the parties, whereas a contested arbitration results in a decision by the arbitrator himself without the agreement of the parties.
Is mediation faster than arbitration?
Resolving a dispute through arbitration is less time-consuming than going to court, but mediation is a significantly faster alternative. Once the hearing is over, parties wait while the arbitrator considers the evidence and legal arguments before issuing a ruling.
What is the full meaning of ADR?
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is simply a process of initiating alternative methods and procedures of resolving a civil or commercial dispute without resorting to litigation, which can be expensive, cumbersome, and time-consuming.
Why study mediation and arbitration with the Mediation course?
The course has been specially designed for law and non-law graduates who want to gain a Master’s qualification in law while developing an in-depth knowledge of different mediation and arbitration techniques and practices. If you’re looking for a more flexible approach to your studies, why not consider our online study option?
How to get a master’s degree in arbitration and Dispute Resolution?
To obtain the master’s degree, students are required to perform independent scholarly research and prepare a dissertation or its equivalent. Students who have successfully completed the LLMArbDR programme and got a minimum CGPA of 2.0 will earn a Master of Laws in Arbitration and Dispute Resolution degree.
Why study an LLM in mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution?
We have designed our LLM in Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution to be a hands-on, practical course which will realistically simulate mediation and negotiation scenarios, allowing you to develop the skills required in practice.
What is the Diploma in commercial arbitration?
The programme covers a wide range of arbitration-related topics (commercial arbitration, construction arbitration, investment arbitration, ADR, litigation, substantive commercial law). The diploma is aimed not only at lawyers, but also at other professionals who may be involved in arbitration.
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