Faculty Development Programme in Insolvency & Arbitration

Faculty Development Programme in Insolvency & Arbitration (FDPINS) 

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

• Eligibility: Any Basic Qualification or any Formal Education with Graduation and any teaching or work experience.

• Total Fees: Rs. 8,000/-
  (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 convergence of corporate restructuring, debt resolution mechanisms, and modern dispute resolution frameworks has fundamentally altered commercial law education and institutional practice. The intersection of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) with the Arbitration and Conciliation framework represents one of the most critical, complex, and evolving domains of commercial jurisprudence. As courts and tribunals frequently deliberate on the interplay between arbitral proceedings and corporate insolvency resolution processes—such as the impact of statutory moratoria on ongoing arbitrations—there is an urgent demand for educators and domain specialists who can teach, analyze, and research these interconnected fields with precision.

The Faculty Development Programme in Insolvency & Arbitration (FDPINS), developed and administered by the Indian Arbitration Institution (IAI), is an advanced pedagogical and professional training program designed specifically for academicians, researchers, legal educators, and industry practitioners. The initiative bridges the gap between statutory doctrines and contemporary pedagogical strategies, equipping educators with the conceptual depth, cross-disciplinary perspectives, and practical teaching tools required to deliver high-impact courses in modern law schools, business management institutions, and professional training centers.

The curriculum is structured to explore both the theoretical foundations and the procedural overlaps between these two legal pillars. Participants explore the statutory architectures of corporate insolvency, creditor rights, and resolution plans alongside the dynamic mechanics of commercial arbitration, tribunal constitution, and award enforcement. A key focus is placed on dissecting real-world friction points, such as the arbitrability of insolvency-related disputes, the treatment of counterclaims during moratorium periods, and the status of arbitral awards within resolution plans.

Beyond substantive legal knowledge, the FDPINS emphasizes advanced instructional methodology. Participants learn how to develop curriculum syllabi, formulate problem-based learning exercises, guide post-graduate dissertations, and facilitate simulations of Committee of Creditors (CoC) meetings and arbitral hearings. By combining analytical rigor with modern teaching tools, the Indian Arbitration Institution ensures that participants emerge not merely as subject matter experts, but as transformative educators capable of training the next generation of dispute resolution specialists, corporate advisors, and insolvency professionals.

Course Structure and Modules

The tentative modules are structured as follows and are subject to continuous updates based on guidelines issued by the IAI Board of Skill Studies:

Module 1: Substantive Foundations of Modern Insolvency and Corporate Rescue

• Evolution and economic rationale of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC).

• Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP): Stages, triggers, and stakeholders.

• The role, responsibilities, and code of conduct of the Resolution Professional (RP).

Module 2: Fundamentals of Commercial Arbitration and Dispute Frameworks

• Arbitration agreements: Validity, scope, autonomy, and non-signatory doctrines.

• Jurisdiction and powers of the arbitral tribunal under international and domestic frameworks.

• Interim relief from courts and tribunals during dispute escalation.

Module 3: The Interplay of Insolvency and Arbitration

• Section 14 of the IBC: Scope of moratorium on pre-existing and subsequent arbitral proceedings.

• Arbitrability of disputes involving distressed corporate debtors and claims of fraud.

• Enforcement of arbitral awards against companies undergoing CIRP or liquidation.

Module 4: Financial Creditors, Claims Adjudication, and Resolution Dynamics

• Role and voting protocols of the Committee of Creditors (CoC).

• Treatment of operational creditors, contingent liabilities, and unliquidated arbitral claims.

• Approval of resolution plans, clean slate doctrine, and statutory extinguishing of claims.

Module 5: Cross-Border Insolvency and International Arbitration Practice

• UNCITRAL Model Law on Cross-Border Insolvency and its alignment with international practice.

• Cross-border asset recovery, international debtor-creditor conflicts, and parallel arbitrations.

• Recognition and enforcement of foreign awards against companies subject to overseas insolvency.

Module 6: Pedagogical Innovations in Teaching Commercial Laws

• Designing specialized electives: Syllabi design, course outlines, and learning outcome metrics.

• Case study methodology: Translating NCLT, NCLAT, and Supreme Court judgments into classroom discussions.

• Organizing and evaluating moot court competitions, mock arbitration sessions, and CoC role-plays.

Module 7: Academic Research, Publishing, and Curriculum Mentorship

• Identifying emerging research gaps in corporate distress and commercial arbitration.

• Methodologies for drafting publishable papers in indexed, peer-reviewed journals.

• Supervising postgraduate theses, doctoral dissertations, and industry-sponsored research projects.

Importance of Doing this Course

The landscape of legal and management education is shifting rapidly toward specialized, interdisciplinary commercial training. While insolvency and arbitration have historically been taught as separate subjects, the realities of commercial practice demonstrate that they constantly intersect. Faculty members and corporate trainers who lack an integrated understanding of both regimes are ill-equipped to address student questions or conduct high-level research on modern corporate disputes.

Enrolling in the Faculty Development Programme in Insolvency & Arbitration provides educators with an immediate academic edge. It equips participants with a unified understanding of how statutory moratoriums impact dispute clauses, how tribunals navigate corporate distress, and how courts balance creditor maximization against the principle of party autonomy. This specialization is invaluable for faculty seeking to design contemporary electives, update traditional company law courses, and lead specialized centers for alternative dispute resolution or insolvency studies.

Furthermore, this course enhances academic credentials through structured professional development. The IAI certification validates a candidate’s mastery of advanced instructional methodologies, including case-based teaching, simulation management, and research design. By aligning pedagogical practices with real-world institutional standards, the program enables educators to transition from passive lecturers into active academic mentors capable of guiding students through complex internships, moot competitions, and publications in prestigious corporate law journals.

Career Prospects

Completing the FDPINS positions professionals for senior, specialized roles across academia, research institutions, and corporate training divisions.

University Faculty and Specialized Professors: Graduates are prepared to teach specialized undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Insolvency Law, Corporate Restructuring, Commercial Arbitration, and Advanced Dispute Resolution. Law universities, business schools, and commerce faculties actively recruit educators capable of delivering high-level electives in these high-demand fields.

Heads of Academic Centers and ADR/IBC Chairs: Higher education institutions regularly establish dedicated Centres for Insolvency Studies, ADR Centers, and endowed research chairs. FDPINS alumni possess the foundational expertise to direct these centers, organize national conferences, curate capacity-building workshops, and author institutional policy papers.

Professional Trainers and Judicial Academy Instructors: Professional bodies, corporate training academies, and continuous legal education platforms require qualified instructors to train resolution professionals, company secretaries, in-house counsel, and dispute practitioners. Certified educators have the pedagogical tools to facilitate executive training and continuous professional education (CPE) workshops.

Think Tank Analysts and Policy Researchers: Leading public policy institutions, law reform bodies, and legal research organizations seek domain specialists to draft policy briefs, evaluate legislative amendments, and contribute empirical research on resolving non-performing assets and streamlining commercial dispute resolution mechanisms.

Necessary Details

The Indian Arbitration Institution has structured the FDPINS to offer maximum accessibility, academic rigour, and flexibility for working academicians and professionals.

Eligibility To ensure high-level peer discourse and tailored academic outcomes, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Any Basic Qualification or any Formal Education with Graduation AND any teaching or work experience.

This broad criterion welcomes faculty members from law, commerce, management, and economics disciplines, as well as practicing advocates, corporate advisors, and research scholars who have engaged in academic instruction or professional industry practice.

Total Fees The complete, all-inclusive course fee is Rs. 8,000/-. This single fee covers admission processing, complete access to the learning dashboard, all curricular resources, the final examination fee, and the verification, printing, and registered postal delivery of the hard-copy Certificate of Completion. There are no additional or hidden institutional charges.

Mode and Study Material The programme is delivered Online. Candidates receive dedicated login credentials to access the Learning Dashboard/Portal. The study material—comprising analytical study guides, curated compendiums of landmark judicial rulings, model syllabi, simulation frameworks, and research templates—is accessible directly through the portal for review and reference.

Learning Type and Duration The program follows a flexible Self-Paced learning format. The recommended completion timeline is 3 Months, allowing participants to study alongside their teaching or professional commitments. However, candidates can complete the learning modules and appear for the online evaluation whenever they feel prepared.

Enrollment Enrollment is open Any Time throughout the year. There are no fixed enrollment cycles, semester cutoffs, or batch restrictions. All applications are processed in real time, granting immediate portal access upon registration.

Exam and Evaluation Structure Certification requires completing One Online Exam comprising 100 Marks of both Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Subjective/Pedagogical Questions:

• Passing Marks: 40%

• Re-attempt Policy: Candidates who do not pass on their first attempt are provided up to two additional attempts at no supplementary cost.

Application Procedure

1. Apply: Complete the Apply Now Form on the official portal.

2. Pay: Pay the requisite fee of Rs. 8,000/- by clicking the Pay Now button.

3. Confirm: Select the Payment Confirmation button and fill in the verification form with your transaction details.

4. Access: Log in to your personal Learning Dashboard to begin the program.