Faculty Development Programme in Global Arbitration Practice

Faculty Development Programme in Global Arbitration Practice (FDPGAP)  

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 international commercial landscape has experienced an unprecedented evolution, driven by complex cross-border investments, digital trade frameworks, and multinational corporate collaborations. As dispute resolution clauses overwhelmingly favor institutional and international arbitration, the demand for educators, researchers, and professional trainers capable of teaching and guiding this subject has surged exponentially. However, a significant gap remains between traditional academic law instruction and the fast-moving procedural realities of global arbitral tribunals. The Faculty Development Programme in Global Arbitration Practice (FDPGAP), conceptualized and administered by the Indian Arbitration Institution (IAI), is an advanced pedagogical and professional training program designed to equip modern educators, corporate trainers, and researchers with the sophisticated knowledge necessary to teach, analyze, and lead global arbitration studies.

FDPGAP focuses on modernizing higher education and professional training curricula by connecting statutory theory with frontline international practices. The program focuses on modern pedagogical models, interactive simulation design, mock tribunal structuring, and research methodologies tailored to Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). Participants are guided through the core architectures of cross-border arbitration, including the UNCITRAL frameworks, leading arbitral seat jurisdictions, and institutional conventions governing modern international commerce.

Beyond conventional legal doctrines, this programme trains educators in how to translate intricate procedural subjects into practical student and executive learning experiences. Participants explore how to construct dynamic dispute-based simulations, draft complex problem propositions for moot tribunals, design interdisciplinary electives, and navigate the technical nuances of virtual arbitral proceedings. Furthermore, the curriculum emphasizes the practical integration of emerging legal technologies, including artificial intelligence tools in document review and e-discovery, into the classroom.

By establishing rigorous academic and practical standards, the Indian Arbitration Institution ensures that participants emerge not merely as subject matter specialists, but as institutional leaders capable of establishing specialized ADR departments, mentoring competitive student teams, publishing high-impact research, and training the next generation of dispute resolution practitioners. The FDPGAP credential stands as an authentic testament to an educator’s commitment to academic innovation, cross-border procedural mastery, and excellence in professional dispute pedagogy.

Course Structure and Modules

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

Module 1: Foundations of Global Arbitration and Comparative Jurisprudence

• Evolution of international commercial arbitration and transnational legal orders.

• Comparative analysis of major arbitral seats (London, Singapore, Paris, Geneva, New York).

• The UNCITRAL Model Law and harmonized legislative frameworks across global jurisdictions.

Module 2: Institutional Mechanisms and Cross-Border Arbitral Regimes

• Comparative review of institutional rules: ICC, SIAC, LCIA, HKIAC, and PCA.

• Emergency arbitration, expedited procedures, and summary disposal mechanisms.

• Sovereign immunity and investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) frameworks under ICSID.

Module 3: Advanced Pedagogical Approaches to Arbitration and Dispute Simulation

• Methodologies for designing experiential ADR curricula and clinical course plans.

• Structuring and executing live mock arbitral hearings, case management conferences, and procedural orders.

• Formulating complex, practice-oriented problem propositions for clinical legal education.

Module 4: Evidentiary Practices, Digital Protocols, and Tribunal Dynamics

• Teaching the application of the IBA Rules on the Taking of Evidence in International Arbitration.

• Digital literacy in dispute resolution: e-hearings, cloud document registries, and cyber-protocol standards.

• Evaluating witness credibility, expert witness statements, and virtual cross-examination techniques.

Module 5: Award Drafting, Scrutiny, and Enforcement Standards

• Anatomy, reasoning standards, and common drafting defects in international awards.

• Institutional scrutiny mechanisms and quality control under leading arbitral rules.

• Teaching the application of the 1958 New York Convention and grounds for refusal of enforcement.

Module 6: Academic Research Methodologies in International Arbitration

• Identifying emerging research gaps in cross-border dispute resolution and investment treaties.

• Empirical, comparative, and socio-legal research methodologies in ADR.

• Publishing in peer-reviewed global arbitration journals and drafting institutional policy white papers.

Module 7: Ethics, Professional Standards, and Tribunal Administration

• The IBA Guidelines on Conflicts of Interest and party representation ethics.

• Appointment, challenges, and duties of tribunal secretaries and institutional registrars.

• Diversity, environmental considerations (green arbitration), and integrity in global dispute forums.

Importance of Doing this Course

In higher education and corporate training, the demand for instructors with verifiable, industry-relevant expertise in Alternative Dispute Resolution has never been higher. Standard postgraduate credentials and generalist law degrees often lack the specialized pedagogical framework needed to teach international arbitration effectively. The Faculty Development Programme in Global Arbitration Practice (FDPGAP) addresses this challenge directly by offering specialized instructional training tailored to global commercial realities.

First, this course upgrades the academic and professional credibility of educators. It provides participants with structured tools to design contemporary, multi-disciplinary syllabi that resonate with modern law and business students. By mastering case-based teaching methods, clinical simulations, and institutional procedural workflows, educators can move beyond lecture formats and deliver high-engagement learning environments that reflect real arbitral tribunals.

Second, the program opens up avenues for impactful academic and policy research. Participants gain access to advanced research methodologies that allow them to analyze international treaty negotiations, arbitral precedents, and institutional metrics. This focus aids in publishing high-quality papers in reputable international journals and contributing authoritative commentary to global dispute forums.

Finally, the FDPGAP serves as a vital bridge between academia and professional ADR practice. Certified faculty members are uniquely positioned to spearhead institutional dispute resolution centers, establish collaborative partnerships with international arbitral bodies, train corporate executives, and coach university moot teams for elite international competitions. The credential demonstrates an instructor's capacity to deliver globally aligned, commercially grounded arbitration training.

Career Prospects

The FDPGAP delivers specialized qualifications that open diverse leadership, academic, and advisory pathways within universities, professional training centers, and commercial institutions.

Senior Academic Faculty and ADR Center Directors: Graduates are prepared to step into senior teaching and administrative roles such as Associate Professor, Professor of Practice, or Director of ADR Centers in law schools and universities. They are equipped to develop dedicated dispute resolution master's tracks, oversee clinical legal programs, and guide institutional curriculum revamps.

Executive Corporate and Institutional Trainers: Multinational companies, industry associations, chamber of commerce organizations, and public sector enterprises routinely seek qualified specialists to conduct in-house dispute management training. Certified faculty can deliver executive masterclasses on risk mitigation, cross-border dispute clauses, and tribunal procedures.

Moot Court Mentors and Arbitral Coaches: Competitive university teams competing in prestigious international dispute competitions—such as the Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot and FDI Moot—require specialized coaching. FDPGAP-trained educators possess the exact procedural frameworks and memorial drafting standards needed to train winning teams.

Policy Advisors, Think-Tank Fellows, and Dispute Analysts: Academic institutions and independent research institutes engage specialized scholars to draft policy papers, review arbitration statutory amendments, and analyze institutional metrics. Certified professionals can lead funded research projects, advise governmental reform committees, and contribute to institutional rule revision initiatives.

Necessary Details

The Indian Arbitration Institution maintains an accessible, flexible, and completely digital delivery model to ensure working academics, professionals, and trainers can pursue this program seamlessly.

Eligibility To maintain a high standard of professional and academic discourse, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Any Basic Qualification or Formal Education with Graduation, combined with any prior teaching or work experience.

This ensures that all enrolled candidates have a foundation of professional maturity and can immediately apply these advanced training modules to teaching, training, or corporate practice.

Total Fees The total all-inclusive fee for the program is Rs. 8,000/-. This single fee covers every component of the certification: admission processing, comprehensive online learning dashboard access, evaluation and examination fees, and the physical delivery of the completion certificate. There are no additional fees or hidden administrative charges.

Mode and Study Material The entire program is delivered Online. Candidates receive individual credentials to access the centralized Learning Dashboard/Portal. All Study Material—including instructional design templates, course readers, institutional comparative rule matrices, mock problem sets, and research guides—is delivered digitally through the portal.

Learning Type and Duration The program follows a flexible Self-Paced learning structure. While the recommended timeline is 3 Months, candidates can complete the learning modules and take the final assessment at an accelerated pace based on their personal schedule and availability.

Enrollment Enrollment is open Any Time throughout the year. There are no rigid term start dates or fixed application cycles. Candidates can register at any time, and their enrollment and dashboard credentials are processed and issued in real time.

Examination Structure Certification requires completing One Online Exam comprising a balanced combination of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Subjective/Analytical Questions, totaling 100 Marks.

• Passing Marks: 40%

• Retake Provision: If a candidate does not pass on their first attempt, the IAI allows 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/- using the secure Pay Now button.

3. Confirm: Click the Payment Confirmation button and complete the verification form with your registration and transaction details.

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