Course: International and Arab Arbitration in Commercial and International Cases

Outline 

Day 1: Introduction to International and Arab Arbitration

• The concept of arbitration and its significance in resolving commercial disputes.
• Differences between arbitration and traditional litigation.
• Overview of international and Arab arbitration.

Day 2: Legal Frameworks of International and Arab Arbitration

• International arbitration treaties and conventions (e.g., New York Convention).
• National legislation on arbitration in Arab countries.
•        Legal challenges in enforcing international arbitration awards.

Day 3: Arbitration Agreements

• Elements of an effective arbitration agreement.
• Drafting arbitration agreements in commercial contracts.
• Legal considerations for drafting agreements in international and Arab contexts.

Day 4: International Commercial Arbitration Procedures

• Initiating arbitration proceedings.
• Forming the arbitration tribunal and selecting arbitrators.
• Presentation of evidence and testimony.

Day 5: Managing Complex Arbitration Cases

• Handling complex commercial disputes.
• Managing multi-party disputes.
• Using experts in arbitration.

Day 6: Arbitration in International Contracts and Investments

• Arbitration issues related to international investments.
• Handling disputes arising from government contracts and large projects.

Day 7: Arab Arbitration Laws

• Overview of arbitration systems in Arab countries.
•  Reconciling legal systems in Arab and international arbitration.
• Dealing with cultural and legal differences.

Day 8: Islamic Law and Arbitration

• The role of Islamic Sharia in Arab arbitration.
• Comparison between Sharia arbitration and international commercial arbitration.

Day 9: Enforcing International and Arab Arbitration Awards

• Mechanisms for enforcing arbitration awards in different countries.
• Legal obstacles to the enforcement of awards.
• Practical cases on enforcing awards.

Day 10: Practical Applications and Course Conclusion

• Interactive workshops on resolving real arbitration cases.
• Performance evaluation and review of lessons learned from the course.
• Certificate distribution and course closure.

The Scandinavian Academy for Training and Development adopts the latest scientific and professional methodologies in training and human resource development, aiming to enhance the efficiency of individuals and organizations. Training programs are delivered through a comprehensive approach that includes:

• Theoretical lectures supported by PowerPoint presentations and visual materials (videos and short films).
• Scientific evaluation of participants before and after the program to measure progress and knowledge acquisition.
• Brainstorming sessions and practical role-playing to simulate real-life scenarios.
• Case studies tailored to align with the training content and participants work nature.
• Assessment tests conducted at the end of the program to evaluate the achievement of training objectives.

Each participant receives the training material (both theoretical and practical) in printed form and saved on a CD or flash drive. Detailed reports, including attendance records, final results, and overall program evaluations, are also provided.

Training materials are prepared professionally by a team of experts and specialists in various fields. At the end of the program, participants are awarded a professional attendance certificate, signed and accredited by the Scandinavian Academy for Training and Development.

Program Timings:

• 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM in Arab cities.
• 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM in European and Asian cities.

The program includes:

• A daily buffet provided during the sessions to ensure participants comfort.

Objectives

• Understand the legal frameworks of international and Arab arbitration.
• Familiarize with international commercial arbitration procedures and mechanisms.
• Analyze complex commercial cases within the context of international arbitration.
• Develop skills for the professional preparation and drafting of arbitration agreements.
• Gain the ability to manage arbitration processes efficiently and effectively.
• Recognize the cultural and legal differences between arbitration systems in Arab and foreign countries.
• Understand how to enforce international and Arab arbitration awards in accordance with laws and international agreements.

Who Should Attend

• Lawyers specializing in commercial and international law.
• Legal advisors in major corporations.
• Judges and arbitrators interested in international and Arab cases.
• Employees of arbitration bodies and institutions.
• Businesspersons and investors looking to understand arbitration processes to protect their commercial interests.
• Academics and researchers in the fields of law and arbitration

The Scandinavian Academy for Training and Development is committed to hosting all training programs in dedicated and well-equipped hotel facilities specifically designed for conducting and delivering training sessions, unless explicitly stated otherwise on our website. Participants will be notified of the program venue within 7 to 21 days prior to the programs start date, based on the Academys assessment and the programs circumstances. The Scandinavian Academy for Training and Development emphasizes that it holds no responsibility for any force majeure events that may prevent the program from being held at the designated venue. Nevertheless, the Scandinavian Academy for Training and Development will make every effort to provide suitable alternatives and extend the necessary support to participants in the event of a venue change due to unforeseen circumstances.