Specific Areas of Arbitration

Learning objectives:

To teach and further develop understanding of the foundations of international arbitration in specific practice areas and to examine selected arbitration rules. This course is specifically designed to familiarize the students with the practical challenges of international commercial arbitration and with best practices.

The students shall:

  • Obtain a good command of various arbitration rules and can characterize the key features of arbitrationproceedings;
  • Be able to give practical advice and draft an arbitration agreement;
  • Understand the specifics of international arbitration in selected geographical regions, markets or commercial sectors; and
  • Be able to apply their knowledge to a practical scenario and solve basic legal problems that may arise in international arbitration.

Semester: WiSe 2023/24