Chartered Arbitration Educator

Chartered Arbitration Educator (CHAE)

A Professional Specialized Skill Training Program by Indian Arbitration Institution (IAI)

• Eligibility: Any Basic Qualification or any Formal Education with Post Graduate Diploma or Masters along with any prior work experience.

• Total Fees: Rs. 10,000/-
  (Everything Included from Admission, Course Fees and Delivery of Certificate, no additional Fees Apart from it)

• Mode: Online

• Study Material:  Will be provided through Learning Dashboard/Portal

• Learning Type: Self Paced

• Duration:  3 Months (Preferably, but can be completed anytime as soon as you give the Exam)

• Enrollment:  Any Time, there is no Fixed Enrolment Date or Day. A candidate can choose any time and the enrolment will be processed real time.

• Exam: One Online Exam, MCQ and Subjective Type Questions of 100 Marks. Passing Marks 40%. If unsuccessful, you can give additional two attempts.

• Procedure: Fill the Apply Now Form →  Pay the Requisite Amount of Fees by Clicking Pay Now Button → Then Click on Payment Confirmation button and fill the form with all the Details → Then login to the Dashboard.

Course Overview

The Chartered Arbitration Educator (CHAE) is an advanced, executive-level pedagogical and professional credential offered by the Indian Arbitration Institution (IAI). As dispute resolution systems globally undergo rapid institutionalization, there is a pronounced deficit of qualified educators, corporate trainers, and clinical instructors who can bridge complex arbitral jurisprudence with outcome-based training methodologies. The CHAE program directly addresses this institutional gap by preparing senior professionals, academics, and dispute practitioners to design, deliver, and evaluate high-impact arbitration training programs across academic, corporate, and judicial sectors.

This program goes beyond standard arbitral practice by emphasizing the pedagogy, andragogy, and curriculum design necessary to train the next generation of arbitrators, tribunal secretaries, and arbitration counsel. Participants delve into advanced statutory foundations, including the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, the UNCITRAL Model Law on International Commercial Arbitration, the New York Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards, 1958, and international institutional rules (ICC, SIAC, LCIA, HKIAC). In parallel, the curriculum trains candidates on instructional frameworks: translating complex procedural mechanics into interactive case simulations, mock arbitral hearings, and evidence examination workshops.

A key dimension of the CHAE credential is its focus on modern pedagogical technology and institutional compliance. Educators learn to construct training frameworks around Online Dispute Resolution (ODR), virtual evidentiary hearings, and algorithmic case management. The program covers assessment rubrics, peer review systems, and academic mentorship protocols designed to measure practical dispute handling competence rather than mere rote legal memorization.

Targeted at seasoned practitioners, university professors, corporate legal heads, and dispute resolution consultants, the CHAE certification designates recipients as authority figures in arbitration education. Program graduates emerge with the instructional authority, didactic tools, and institutional backing to lead training academies, train corporate legal departments, advise judicial training centers, and curate accredited ADR curriculums that withstand international scrutiny.

Course Structure and Modules

The tentative modules are as follows:

Module 1: Advanced Arbitral Jurisprudence and Institutional Frameworks

• Theoretical foundations and international harmonization of arbitral systems.

• Comparative procedural analysis under UNCITRAL Model Law and major institutional rules (ICC, SIAC, LCIA).

• Statutory provisions, legislative amendments, and judicial review standards under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.

• Enforceability, public policy exceptions, and foreign arbitral awards under the New York Convention, 1958.

Module 2: Andragogy, Didactics, and Teaching Methodologies in Dispute Resolution

• Adult learning theory (andragogy) applied to legal and executive dispute training.

• Outcome-Based Education (OBE) frameworks: defining learning goals, competencies, and performance metrics.

• Instructional strategies for mixed cohorts: bridging theoretical law for practitioners and procedural rigor for non-lawyers.

• Managing interactive sessions: facilitating socratic dialogues, handling divergent opinions, and guiding debate.

Module 3: Clinical Legal Education, Mock Tribunals, and Experiential Learning

• Designing realistic arbitral problem statements, procedural orders, and evidentiary record dossiers.

• Structuring and directing mock arbitral proceedings: preliminary conferences, witness cross-examination, and closing arguments.

• Formulating clinical exercises for tribunal deliberations, dissent handling, and interim relief applications.

• Debriefing and constructive feedback protocols for clinical simulations.

Module 4: Curriculum Development and Assessment Design in Arbitration

• Designing specialized arbitration courses: certificate, diploma, and executive masterclass structures.

• Constructing valid assessment rubrics for procedural drafting, oral advocacy, and reasoned arbitral awards.

• Designing objective (MCQ) and high-order subjective evaluation instruments.

• Continuous evaluation frameworks, peer-review management, and academic integrity protocols.

Module 5: Teaching Arbitral Drafting and Award Writing Mastery

• Pedagogical frameworks for teaching arbitration agreement drafting and multi-tiered dispute clauses.

• Methodologies for instructing tribunal secretaries and arbitrators on drafting procedural orders.

• Teaching reasoned award writing: structuring findings of fact, legal conclusions, and cost apportionments.

• Common drafting pitfalls: teaching error detection, ambiguity elimination, and jurisdictional protection.

Module 6: Digital Pedagogy, ODR Platforms, and Virtual Arbitration Instruction

• Designing digital learning spaces: LMS management, asynchronous modules, and virtual lecture delivery.

• Training candidates on Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) tools, e-filing systems, and digital evidence handling.

• Conducting virtual trial advocacy and online hearing simulations.

• Addressing technical failure protocols, digital ethics, and data security in arbitral instruction.

Module 7: Specialized Sectoral Arbitration Training

• Developing industry-specific instructional modules: construction, maritime, energy, and infrastructure disputes.

• Teaching international commercial arbitration vs. bilateral investment treaty (BIT) arbitration.

• Training frameworks for banking, finance, and corporate joint-venture arbitration.

• Public-private partnership (PPP) dispute settlement pedagogy.

Module 8: Professional Ethics, Institutional Leadership, and Training Program Management

• Teaching professional ethics, conflicts of interest disclosure (IBA Guidelines), and arbitrator impartiality.

• Managing dispute training centers: accreditation standards, faculty selection, and budget administration.

• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) frameworks and executive training program launches.

• Capstone Teaching Portfolio: developing, presenting, and defending a comprehensive Master Syllabus and Teaching Manual.

Importance of Doing this Course

The global demand for skilled dispute resolution specialists has led to a major challenge: while many practitioners understand how to conduct arbitration, few possess the pedagogical training required to teach it effectively to others. The Chartered Arbitration Educator (CHAE) credential fills this crucial niche.

First, standard academic teaching methods fail in professional legal training. Lecturing on statutory sections without clinical simulation leaves learners unprepared for actual procedural challenges. The CHAE equips professionals with the instructional toolkits, case-writing methods, and simulation frameworks necessary to deliver experiential education that creates practice-ready dispute specialists.

Second, law schools, corporate academies, and judicial institutes are transitioning toward structured Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and Outcome-Based Education (OBE). Regulatory bodies increasingly require verifiable competency metrics rather than passive attendance. Educators certified under this program gain mastery over assessment rubric design, procedural skill testing, and course accreditation standards that meet modern regulatory expectations.

Third, corporate demand for internal ADR capability building is at an all-time high. Multinationals and public sector undertakings seek to upskill in-house legal teams to manage disputes before external litigation costs escalate. Professionals holding the CHAE qualification possess the validated authority to build, consult on, and deliver in-house training academies for corporate enterprises.

Finally, the credential establishes elite distinction. Endorsed by the Indian Arbitration Institution, the CHAE designation signals mastery in both arbitral doctrine and educational delivery, opening senior academic chairs, institutional directorships, and international training consultancies.

Career Prospects

The Chartered Arbitration Educator designation positions professionals at the intersection of high-level dispute practice and institutional education:

• Director of ADR & Training Academies: Lead educational academies, professional training institutes, and continuing professional development initiatives within national and international arbitral institutions.

• Professor of Practice and Clinical Faculty: Assume senior adjunct or clinical faculty appointments at law universities, business schools, and judicial academies to teach arbitration and dispute settlement.

• Corporate ADR Trainer and Learning Consultant: Design and deliver specialized dispute management training for in-house legal counsel, contract managers, and procurement leads in multinational corporations.

• Institutional Curriculum Consultant: Advise regulatory bodies, bar councils, and academic universities on drafting and modernizing dispute resolution syllabi and clinical training programs.

• Arbitration Hearing Evaluator & Assessor: Serve as a certified external assessor, moot court judge, and credentialing examiner for professional arbitration accreditations and institutional panels.

• Executive ADR Coach: Provide one-on-one professional coaching to newly appointed arbitrators, tribunal secretaries, and senior advocates on award drafting, procedure management, and virtual hearing conduct.

Necessary Details

The Indian Arbitration Institution delivers the CHAE through an advanced, self-paced virtual platform built to meet the scheduling needs of experienced legal and corporate professionals.

Eligibility Applicants must hold:

• Any Basic Qualification or Formal Education, along with a Post Graduate Diploma or Master’s Degree (in Law, Business, Management, Humanities, or related disciplines), and prior work experience.

This requirement ensures that participants have foundational academic depth and professional exposure before developing specialized instructional competencies in arbitration.

Total Fees The all-inclusive fee for the program is Rs. 10,000/-. This single payment covers the complete program lifecycle: admission processing, digital library access, learning dashboard credentials, examination administration, and the physical printing and courier dispatch of the official Chartered Certificate. There are no additional platform charges, hidden exam fees, or recurring renewal costs.

Mode and Study Material The program is delivered entirely Online. Enrolled candidates receive access to the dedicated IAI Learning Dashboard/Portal. Complete Study Material—including advanced pedagogical guides, course design matrices, sample mock trial records, arbitral rubrics, and statutory compendiums—is accessible through the portal.

Learning Type and Duration The CHAE follows a Self-Paced learning methodology. While the recommended timeline is 3 Months, candidates can complete the modules at their own pace. Learners may sit for the final online examination as soon as they complete the syllabus, allowing for accelerated credentialing.

Enrollment Enrollment remains open Any Time throughout the year. There are no fixed application dates, batch cutoffs, or semester deadlines. Applications are processed in real time, granting candidates immediate portal access upon successful payment confirmation.

Examination Structure The program concludes with One Online Exam carrying 100 Marks:

• Format: A combination of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Subjective/Pedagogical Analysis Questions (including syllabus design and case evaluation).

• Passing Marks: 40%.

• Re-attempt Policy: Candidates who do not secure the passing threshold on their first attempt receive up to two additional attempts at no additional cost.

Step-by-Step Procedure

1. Fill out and submit the official Apply Now Form on the IAI website.

2. Pay the requisite fee of Rs. 10,000/- via the Pay Now gateway.

3. Click the Payment Confirmation button and submit the verification form with your transaction details.

4. Log into the Learning Dashboard to access study resources and begin the program.