Introduction to Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Provides a general understanding of the various methods of dispute resolution
Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
Summary
- Certificate of completion - Free
- Tutor is available to students
Overview
This course aims to provide a general understanding of the various methods of dispute resolution which are alternatives to court proceedings, known as Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).
ADR is made of a number of methods all designed to settle disputes without involving the courts and is highly-valued by many organisations. ADR is flexible, efficient, saves time and costs. Using ADR as a means of settling conflict is becoming increasing popular.
Arbitrators and those skilled in ADR may be lawyers but frequently the parties choose an arbitrator for their expertise in the subject matter of their dispute, e.g. architects, engineers and the like, who sometimes have little or no formal legal training and experience.
Description
This single-day course provides candidates with the skills required to develop an understanding of ADR.
On successful completion of this course, candidates will be able to:
- Explain the background to Alternative Dispute Resolution.
- Describe the processes and procedures of various forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution.
What is covered within the syllabus?
- Arbitration;
- Conciliation;
- Construction Adjudication;
- Early Neutral Evaluation;
- Expert Determination;
- MED-ARB;
- Mediation;
- Mini-Trial;
- Negotiation;
- Neutral Expert Fact-Finding;
- Ombudsman;
- Online Dispute Resolution;
- Private Judging;
- Summary Jury Trial.
Who is this course for?
The course is intended for candidates who wish to begin a career in arbitration or mediation and are looking for a place to start. The skills associated with alternative dispute resolution benefit a wide range of industries including law, chartered surveying, engineering, finance and human resources.
In particular, this course is for candidates who:
- Are interested in the field of alternative dispute resolution.
- Wish to learn more about ADR and its benefits to users
- Wish to become an Associate member of CIArb
Requirements
There are no entry requirements. The course is intended for candidates who:
- Are interested in the field of ADR
- Wish to learn more about ADR and its benefits to users
- Wish to become an Associate member of CIArb
Note: You will only be eligible for membership once you have passed the Introduction to ADR Online assessment
Questions and answers
Certificates
Certificate of completion
Digital certificate - Included
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