Executive Certificate in Mediation, Conciliation & Negotiated Settlement Practice

Mediation and conciliation provide structured methods for resolving disputes through facilitated negotiation rather than adversarial adjudication. These processes can help parties preserve commercial relationships while reducing the cost, time, and uncertainty associated with prolonged litigation. Effective dispute resolution requires careful preparation, identification of interests, communication strategies, negotiation techniques, and evaluation of settlement alternatives. A successful process must ultimately translate negotiated outcomes into clear and enforceable settlement terms. This subject develops practical skills in mediation, conciliation, negotiation, and settlement management across commercial and civil disputes. 

Mediation Agreement
Conciliation Agreement

Mediation and conciliation frameworks, processes, and participant roles.

 Dispute assessment, negotiation strategy, interests, positions, and settlement ranges. 

 Communication, confidentiality, caucusing, and management of difficult negotiations. 

 Drafting settlement terms, undertakings, releases, and consent arrangements. 

 Enforcement, breach management, confidentiality, and post-settlement implementation.