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International Law in Action: the Arbitration of International Disputes

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Course Summary

Learn about the fundamentals of international commercial arbitration and how to effectively resolve international disputes with this course. You'll explore the various stages of the arbitration process and gain insights on the role of arbitrators, the selection of the arbitration venue, and the enforcement of arbitration awards.

Key Learning Points

Understand the basics of international commercial arbitration
Learn about the different stages of the arbitration process
Explore the role of arbitrators and the selection of the arbitration venue

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

- USA: $120,000 - $250,000
- India: ₹12,00,000 - ₹50,00,000
- Spain: €30,000 - €100,000
- USA: $120,000 - $250,000
- India: ₹12,00,000 - ₹50,00,000
- Spain: €30,000 - €100,000
- USA: $70,000 - $130,000
- India: ₹7,00,000 - ₹20,00,000
- Spain: €20,000 - €60,000
- USA: $120,000 - $250,000
- India: ₹12,00,000 - ₹50,00,000
- Spain: €30,000 - €100,000
- USA: $70,000 - $130,000
- India: ₹7,00,000 - ₹20,00,000
- Spain: €20,000 - €60,000
- USA: $100,000 - $200,000
- India: ₹10,00,000 - ₹40,00,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €80,000

Learning Outcomes

Understand the principles of international commercial arbitration and its role in resolving disputes
Learn how to select the appropriate arbitration venue and effectively manage the arbitration process
Gain insights on the enforcement of arbitration awards and the challenges that may arise

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic understanding of contract law and dispute resolution
Access to a computer and internet connection

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Online self-paced course
Video lectures
Quizzes and assignments
Peer-reviewed assessments

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Notable People in This Field

Gary Born
Jan Paulsson
Lucy Greenwood

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Description

‘The Arbitration of International Disputes’ is the third course of Leiden University’s series on International Law in Action. The first course covered generalities on the international courts and tribunals in The Hague, while the second course provided an insider's perspective into the work of international criminal courts and tribunals. This third course explores the major aspects of international arbitration as one of the most common method of international dispute settlement . Through this course you will gain an in-depth understanding of the various facets of international arbitration through the analysis of its role as a mechanism of dispute settlement, its institutions, the fields of law it is applicable to, and, of course, its most famous awards.

The main question we will answer together during this course is "Can international arbitration contribute to the creation of a peaceful world through the settlement of disputes between States and between States and non-State actors?" In order to do so, we will learn the basic historical concepts or arbitration, as well as everything there is to know about the Permanent Court of Arbitration, based in The Hague. We will then dive into the role of international arbitration in settling disputes relating to the Law of the Sea, with a particular insight into the landmark South China Sea Arbitration. For an entire module, we will focus on investment arbitration, its principles and the procedure of the ICSID, the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes. We will conclude the course with a module on the interplay between state immunity and enforcement of arbitral awards. This is brought to light through the Yukos Arbitration which is a perfect illustration of the topic. This course offers you an opportunity to gain a better insight into international arbitration, its role and the current issues relating to it. You will gain in-depth knowledge of the principles and rules of arbitration. You will explore the topic through concrete examples and the most prominent arbitrations. You will also grasp the notion of international arbitration navigating between law and politics. International arbitration and The Hague go hand in hand: several key arbitration institutes are located in The Hague and important disputes were settled here through arbitration. The Hague is, so to speak, ‘the place to be for international arbitration’, especially when we are dealing with arbitration between States, or arbitration of investment disputes between foreign investors and States. Join us for the course and become an expert on international arbitration! This course is free to join and to participate in. There is the possibility to get a verified certificate for the course, which is a paid option. If you want a certificate, but are unable to pay for it, you can request financial aid via Coursera.

Outline

Welcome to the course
How to succeed in your online class?
Meet the instructors & the team
Leiden University: Facts & Figures
Welcome to The Grotius Centre
Tips for studying online
Community Guidelines
What is your learning path?

The History and General Principles of International Arbitration
Introduction
A Historical Perspective on International Arbitration
Principles of International Arbitration - Part I
Principles of International Arbitration - Part II
The Permanent Court of Arbitration
Readings and resources
Week 1

Arbitration and the Law of the Sea
Introduction
The Dispute Settlement Architecture of the Law of the Sea Convention
Arbitrating Law of the Sea Disputes
Why do states choose arbitration over adjudication?
The South China Sea Arbitration
Readings and resources
Week 2

Investment Arbitration
Introduction
Principles of Investment Treaty Arbitration
Types of Claims in Investment Arbitration
Arbitration under the ICSID Convention
Transparency in Investment Arbitration
Readings and Resources
Week 3

State Immunity and the Enforcement & Validity of International Arbitral Decision
Introduction
Annulment of International Arbitral Awards
The Enforcement of International Arbitral Awards
Enforcement and State Immunity: Principles
Enforcement and State Immunity: The Yukos Arbitration
Readings and Resources
Week 4
Final quiz

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Real-world applications to the material

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Interactive approach to learning
Extensive coverage of the topic
Well-structured course materials
Engaging and knowledgeable instructors
The ability to learn at your own pace

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Some users found the course content to be too basic
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