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Distance-Learning Programs in International Commercial and Investment Arbitration

Spring 2025ÌýSessionÌýStart:ÌýÌý3ÌýFebruaryÌý2025

Distance-Learning CERTIFICATE Programs in International Commercial and Investment ArbitrationÌý

You can choose among the following four offerings of 16-week long online programs with live virtual classes and state-of-the-art online content:

The programs were developed by the Center on International Commercial ArbitrationÌýdirected byÌý, an independent international arbitrator and former secretary general of the International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce.

These full-fledged distance-learning Certificate Programs focusÌýon the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to handle international commercial and investment arbitral cases either as counsel or arbitrator, both from the substantive and procedural law standpoint. Participants willÌýearn a certificate in International Arbitration from a world-renowned educational institution in Washington, D.C. while maintaining their day-to-day commitments. The programs make use of the flexibility of online communication technology to prepare participants with the foundational knowledge and skills to succeed in the complex and ever-changing field of international arbitration.

Each program has a 16-week duration. Participants must be self-motivated and able to dedicate approximately 7 to 10 hours a week to watch video-lectures and work on quizzes, problems, and readings. Students may access the lectures according to their scheduleÌýand will be able to access a Professor when needed. While the program is self-paced, weekly advances and participation are expected.

Tuition

Tuition per program is $2,775.00. For the registration link please select the respective course you want to take at the links provided above or on the bottom of the page.ÌýÌý

A Primer in International Commercial Arbitration

In addition to these comprehensive, 16-week programs, the Center offers a short, 4.5-hour long, online course about the nuts-and-bolts of international commercial arbitration. This introductory course will guide participants through the basics necessary to be part of any discussion involving international commercial arbitration. Participants will learnÌýbasic ideas, strategies and legal conceptsÌýto assess the next steps to take in your cases. Registrations areÌýacceptedÌýon aÌýrolling basis.ÌýSee more informationÌý
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Register for the Online Program