Introduction:
This course provides a detailed understanding of dispute resolution in the construction industry, emphasizing arbitration as a key mechanism. Participants will learn to identify dispute causes, explore resolution methods, and effectively manage and resolve conflicts in construction projects.

Objectives:

• Understand the causes and types of disputes in construction.
• Learn about various dispute resolution methods, including arbitration.
• Explore the arbitration process and its application in construction disputes.
• Apply techniques to manage and resolve construction conflicts effectively.

Who Should Attend:

• Construction and project managers.
• Legal advisors and contract managers.
• Engineers and architects involved in project management.
• Professionals focused on dispute resolution in construction.

Course Outline:

Day 1: Introduction to Construction Disputes

• Common causes of disputes in construction projects.
• Types of disputes: contractual, technical, and financial.
• Impact of disputes on project timelines and relationships.
• Case studies of significant construction disputes.

Day 2: Dispute Resolution Mechanisms

• Overview of methods: negotiation, mediation, adjudication, arbitration, litigation.
• Advantages and disadvantages of each approach.
• Choosing the right resolution method for specific situations.
• Case studies on dispute resolution in construction.

Day 3: The Arbitration Process in Construction

• Role and significance of arbitration in construction disputes.
• Key clauses in arbitration agreements and considerations.
• Steps in the arbitration process: initiation, hearings, awards, enforcement.
• Case studies of arbitration in resolving construction disputes.

Day 4: Managing and Preventing Disputes

• Early identification and proactive management of disputes.
• Best practices in contract administration to minimize conflicts.
• Role of dispute boards and other preventive measures.
• Case studies of effective dispute prevention strategies.

Day 5: Practical Applications and Future Trends

• Real-life examples of dispute resolution and arbitration in construction.
• Hands-on exercises in drafting arbitration agreements and resolving disputes.
• Group discussions on emerging trends and challenges in dispute resolution.
• Final assessment and feedback.

Main Point:
This course equips participants with the tools and techniques to effectively manage and resolve disputes in construction, focusing on arbitration as a cost-effective and efficient resolution mechanism while emphasizing proactive dispute prevention.