CIRC and WeVaad have come together to create a world-class Certification Pathways in Online Dispute Resolution with a view that a well-developed and robust ODR framework requires well-trained professionals to build trust in the end users– individuals, businesses and Government, as duly noted by the NITI Aayog Expert Committee on ODR in “Designing the Future of Dispute Resolution: The ODR Policy Plan for India”, October 2021.
This capacity-building programme is designed in the light of a statement made in UNCITRAL Technical Notes, 2017 on ODR “best practices”, i.e. it must reflect the principles of impartiality, independence, efficiency, effectiveness, due process, fairness, accountability, and transparency.
Learning Objectives :
- Capacity Building of ADR/ODR professionals to enable them to practice as a Certified Arbitrator, Certified Mediator, Certified Negotiator and/ or Certified ODR Professional.
- Development of ADR/ODR policy and institutional framework in tune with global standards.
- Inculcate process discipline in ADR and ODR practices to facilitate “access to justice” as a “convenient service”..
- Explore and review the international practices of ADR and/or ODR in dispute resolution.
- Raising public awareness of dispute resolution through ADR and/or ODR.
The ODR Certifications are rigorous and challenging learning pathway. The overall learning pathway is designed as a 10-month comprised of 14 modules and more than 400 hours of learning. The learning pathway has been divided into three levels, on the lines suggested by the New Education Policy (NEP), with an option to enter and exit at any stage. The programme will be delivered in an online learning format that minimises disruption at work.
The key features of the programme are:
- Live Face-to-Face Learning: The participants are required to attend assigned live face-to-face Learning Hours for each Course Module.
- Materials: are expected to spend required learning hours studying reading material before classes commence each term. The reading material specific to learning modules, along with academic papers, book chapters, teaching cases, media articles and videos, is made available to all participants in advance.
- Technology-Assisted ODR Simulations: The learners will have an opportunity to undergo active ODR simulations at the WeVaad ODR Platform. In addition, the technology-assisted component of the programme will be delivered via a combination of synchronous sessions, asynchronous modules, online quizzes, assignments and other tools depending on the needs of that particular course and the preference of the respective faculty. Online interactive sessions and active simulations on online dispute resolution will be conducted through digital platforms.
- Assignments: assignments are divided into live sessions and practical sessions. Individual assignments take the form of online and in-class quizzes, online discussion forums, role play and case studies and may be in the form of presentations and ODR study reports.
Effective immediately, our Associate ODR Professional (ODR-Associate) level course is now available for enrolment. Dates for advanced-level courses will be announced later.
Course Structure: The 40-week Capacity Building Programme on Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) course will be offered at three Levels:
Level | Course | Number of Learning Modules | Course Credit | Duration | Total Learning Hours |
I | Associate ODR Professional (ODR-Associate) | 4 | 1 | 4 Weeks | 30 |
II | Certified ODR Professional (ODR-Pro) | 9 | 4 | 16 Weeks | 150 |
III | Fellow ODR Professional (ODR-Fellow) | 14 | 10 | 40 Weeks | 450 |
The Certificate Courses offered under this training programme are available to all, be it students of any discipline, professionals and academicians subject to pre-requisite of each course. The following person could be the beneficiary of ODR Learning Programme:
- Arbitrators, Mediators and Advocates
- National and International Students of Law, Commerce, Economics, CA, CS, CMA, CFA, MBA etc.
- Professionals like Counsels, Economists, Academicians, CA, CS, CMA, CFA, MBA, etc.
- Court Associates and officers working in Court-Annexed Mediation Centers.
- Employees of Regulatory Authorities like SEBI, RBI, IBBI, ICAI, ICSI, etc.
- Executives working in Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs)
- Personnel from Government Departments/ Ministries
- Executives of Public or Private Sector Enterprises
- Officers Handling Disputes in Banks
- Retired Government Officers interested in becoming ODR Professionals.
- Officers Handling Disputes in MSMEs.
- Officers Handling Disputes in Insurance Sector.
- Officers Handling Disputes in Public/Private Companies.
Assosciate ODR Professional (ODR-Associate)- Level 1
Effective immediately, our Associate ODR Professional (ODR-Associate) level course is now available for enrolment. Dates for advanced-level courses will be announced later.
Level | Course | Eligibility/ Pre-Requisite | Learning Outcomes | Learning Modules |
I |
Assosciate ODR Professional (ODR-Associate) This 1-month course is designed for beginners who have an interest in having the knowledge and skills in online dispute resolution that is required for individuals at any level of an organisation and across a broad range of industries and business functions. Certification Conferred: The participants may use the post-certification letters “ODR-Associate” to build an image as an Associate ODR Practitioner. |
This course is available to the following : ➤ National or international Students of any discipline, ➤ Academicians, Professionals, Employees of Regulatory Authorities, ➤ Personnel from Government Departments/ Ministries, and ➤ Executives of Public or Private Sector Enterprises |
➤ Knowledge of Online Dispute Resolution. ➤ Understanding of various methods of Online Dispute Resolution. ➤ Roadmap of resolving a dispute through Online Dispute Resolution. ➤ Adapting online process of case management through Online Dispute Resolution. ➤ Familiarize yourself with Online Dispute Resolution happening around the world. |
Module IIntroduction to Online Dispute Resolution Module IIMethods of Online Dispute Resolution Module IIIThe Process of Online Dispute Resolution Module IVOnline Dispute Resolution Around the World |
Certified ODR Professional (ODR-Pro)- Level 2
Level | Course | Eligibility/ Pre-Requisite | Learning Outcomes | Learning Modules |
II |
Certified ODR Professional (ODR-Pro) This 3-month course builds on the Associate Level and is designed for professionals who wish to practice ODR. Certification Conferred: The participants may use post-certification letters “ODR-Pro” to build an image as Certified ODR Practitioner. |
This course is available to the following : ➤ National or international Students of any discipline, ➤ Academicians, Professionals, Employees of Regulatory Authorities, ➤ Personnel from Government Departments/ Ministries, and ➤ Executives of Public or Private Sector Enterprises.Subject to a participant should have completed Associate ODR Professional Level (ODR-Associate) OR ➤ The Participants have credits equivalent to ODR Professional (ODR-Associate) (To be assessed and approved by CIRC) |
➤ Overview of stages of dispute resolution through Online Dispute Resolution. ➤ Knowledge of communication through Online Dispute Resolution (both synchronous and asynchronous) ➤ Understanding of psychology, diversity and online behaviours and cross-cultural communication ➤ Adapting offline Alternative Dispute Redressal Techniques with Information and communication technology in Online Dispute Resolution. ➤ Training in process discipline, time management and integrity in case management to build trust in Online Dispute Resolution. |
Modules I to IV and add on modules as below: Module VThe Stages of Online Dispute Resolution Module VICommunication Skills in Online Dispute Resolution Module VIIMediation, Negotiation and Conciliation Practice in ODR Module VIIIArbitration Procedure and Practice in ODR Module IXCase Management in Online Dispute Resolution |
Fellow ODR Professional (ODR-Fellow)- Level 3
Level | Course | Eligibility/ Pre-Requisite | Learning Outcomes | Learning Modules |
III |
Fellow ODR Professional (ODR-Fellow) This 6-month course builds on the Certified Professional Level and is designed for those who wish to acquire advanced professional skills in ODR. Certification Conferred: The participants may use post-certification letters “ODR-Fellow” to build an image as Fellow ODR Practitioner. |
This course is available to the following : ➤ National or international Students of any discipline, ➤ Academicians, Professionals, Employees of Regulatory Authorities, ➤ Personnel from Government Departments/ Ministries, and ➤ Executives of Public or Private Sector Enterprises. ➤ The Participants should have completed the Certified ODR Professional (ODR-Pro) Level; OR ➤ The Participants have credits equivalent to Certified ODR Professional (ODR-Pro) Level (To be assessed and approved by CIRC) |
➤ Knowledge of the development of Online Dispute Resolution by advancement in Information and Communication Technology or by Law in Changing Society. ➤ Adapting standard best practices to prepare and conduct online mediation, negotiation, conciliation and arbitration. ➤ The participants will be facilitated in building alliances and handling multinational mediation, negotiations and arbitration. ➤ Ethical training of ODR providers to inculcate process discipline, including fairness, due process, transparency, accountability, neutral selection and appointment and the performance of their ODR platforms. ➤ Understanding the status of Online Dispute Resolution in India as compared to Other Jurisdictions in light of “Global Best Practices”. |
Modules I to IX and add on modules as below: Module XFuture of ODR as Digital Public Goods Module XIInternational Best Practices in ODR Module XIIInternational Practice of Mediation, Negotiation and Conciliation in ODR Module XIIIInternational Practice and Arbitration Advocacy in ODR Module XIVNational and International Practice of Online Grievance Redressal |
Effective immediately, our Associate ODR Professional (ODR-Associate) level course is now available for enrolment. Dates for advanced-level courses will be announced later.
Courses Covered | Registration Opens | Registration Closes | Commencement of Programme | Scheduled Date of Completion |
Level I Associate ODR Practitioner (ODR-Associate) | 14 March 2024 | Midnight of 10 May 2024 | 11 May 2024 | 01 June 2024 |
Level I Associate ODR Practitioner (ODR-Associate) Level II Certified ODR Practitioner (ODR-Pro) |
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Level I Associate ODR Practitioner (ODR-Associate) Level II Certified ODR Practitioner (ODR-Pro) Level III Fellow ODR Practitioner (ODR-Fellow) |
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Tuition Fee includes:
➤ Live face-to-face Lectures
➤ Course Material
➤ Access to a digital platform for practical sessions and active simulations.
➤ Faculty support
➤ IT & Infrastructure support
➤ Webinars & Social Events
Effective immediately, our Associate ODR Professional (ODR-Associate) level course is now available for enrolment. Dates for advanced-level courses will be announced later.
Duration | Certificate Courses Covered | Credit | Number of Modules | Category | Tuition Fee |
1 Month: ➤ Level I Associate ODR Professional |
➤ Level I ODR Professional (ODR Associate) |
1 | 4 | Student (50% Students Discount) |
Rs 2,500/- +(18% GST) |
Professional | Rs 5,000/- +(18% GST) |
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Total 4 Months: ➤ 1 Month for Level I Associate ODR Professional ➤ 3 Months for Level II Certified ODR Professional(ODR-Pro) |
➤ Level I Associate ODR Practitioner ➤ Level II Certified ODR Professional |
9 | 4 | Student (50% Students Discount) |
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Professional | ----- | ||||
Total 10 Months: ➤ 1 Month for Level I Level I Associate ODR Professional (ODR Associate) ➤ 3 Months Level II Certified ODR Professional (ODR-Pro) ➤ 6 Months of Level III Fellow ODR Professional(ODR-Fellow) |
➤ Level I Associate ODR Practitioner ➤ Level II Certified ODR Professional ➤ Level III Fellow ODR Professional |
10 | 14 | Student (50% Students Discount) |
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Professional | ----- |
NOTE:
- An early bird tuition fee waiver equivalent to 10% will be admissible if you are enrolling before 15 April 2024.
- A 10% tuition fee waiver will be admissible if you are enrolling in a group of three or more participants.
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