Day 1: Introduction to Disputes in Construction Projects

• Types and common causes of disputes

• Impact of disputes on projects and parties

• Concept of arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

• Difference between arbitration and traditional litigation

• Legal principles of arbitration in construction

Day 2: Arbitration Procedures in Construction Projects

• Arbitration agreement and clauses in construction contracts

• Selection of arbitral tribunal and arbitrators

• Steps to initiate arbitration proceedings

• Managing arbitration hearings and evidence collection

• International and local arbitration rules and procedures

Day 3: Dispute Management and Alternative Resolution Methods

• Negotiation as a dispute resolution tool

• Mediation and conciliation arbitration

• Managing disputes during project execution

• Strategies to reduce disputes and their impact

• Role of effective communication in dispute resolution

Day 4: Financial and Technical Arbitration in Construction

• Evaluation of financial claims and contractual disputes

• Handling technical and engineering disagreements

• Role of technical experts in arbitration

• Preparation and presentation of technical and financial documents

• Case studies in construction arbitration

Day 5: Enforcement and Follow-up of Arbitration Awards

• Recognition and enforcement of arbitration awards

• Appeals and challenges to arbitration decisions

• Maintaining working relationships post-dispute

• Improving future dispute management practices

• Workshop: Developing a dispute resolution plan using arbitration for a construction project