This course gives students a practical introduction to the burgeoning area of alternative dispute resolution (ADR). The course will cover the main areas of ADR namely, arbitration and mediation. Particular attention will be paid to mediation as a form of dispute resolution. Traditionally contract disputes have been resolved either through the government dispute process or through litigation. This diploma course will examine other approaches collectively known as “Alternative Dispute Resolution” overviewing the long history of ADR, the elements of ADR, and its advantages and disadvantages. The three major ADR approaches namely arbitration, mediation, conciliation are each described in terms of their processes, procedures and appropriate uses. The course will address the role of ethics in the use of ADR. It will also consider how to establish an ADR program your work environment and how to build ADR language into legal and business contracts.
This course aims to develop students’ knowledge and understanding of alternative dispute resolution as it is written and enforced. Students will learn how to justify the use of ADR as a means of conflict resolution, evaluate dispute situations to determine if ADR is an appropriate means of resolution and select the appropriate ADR approach for a particular situation. At the end of the programme you will be able to describe the steps required to set up a successful ADR program in the work environment and the ethical issues that pertain to ADR.
To be awarded the Diploma in Alternative Dispute Resolution, a student will be required to complete a written assignment (60%) and a simulated mediation (40%).
The use of UNICITRAL model laws and rules in the Irish context.
NERA conciliation for workplace disputes; facilitative role of the conciliator to help parties find the solution themselves; code of conduct and ethics.
The programme will include an overview of Alternative Dispute Resolution and standard approaches, and is subsequently structured into three principle areas: Arbitration, Mediation and Conciliation, with particular emphasis given to examining mediation as a form of dispute resolution.
Students will examine the key components of each approach, discussing advantages and disadvantages for each area. Based on the knowledge received, they will learn to evaluate if Alternative Dispute Resolution is an appropriate means of resolution for their particular situation and how to select the suitable approach. Following completion of the course, students will have an understanding of how to establish a successful Alternative Dispute Resolution programme within a working environment and the ethical issues that align themselves with its implementation.
The Diploma in Alternative Dispute Resolution will add valuable skills to professionals in a broad range of sectors. Our programme will typically benefit those working within the legal sector or those who participate in any negotiation or litigation procedures and seek to increase their knowledge and skills in the field. This course will additionally be of use to those working within the HR field who may be involved in negotiation and conflict resolution within the workplace. Finally, those working within government bodies may find the course material beneficial should their role incorporate involvement in any arbitrary or mediatory activities.
The fee for this Diploma is €1,325. This is inclusive of tuition, registration, exam fees and DBS library membership. This fee must be paid in full before the course begins.
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