Accelerated Route to Membership (International Arbitration) Course

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1 Registration Accelerated Route to Membership (International Arbitration) Course (Please submit not later than 8 October, 2015) 1 & 2 December 2015 Jakarta The CIArb Indonesia Chapter is now receiving registrations for the captioned course, a 2-day workshop for qualified professionals wishing to obtain the Institute s Membership designation (MCIArb). The number of candidates is limited. Non-members of CIArb are welcome to register for the course, however, preference will be given to CIArb Associates if space becomes limited. Upon acceptance, candidates will be invited to participate and pay the course fee in full. You will also receive a pre-course assignment, i.e. an essay to be handed in before the commencement of the course. This is not a teaching course, but a series of workshops conducted mainly in small groups where all candidates are expected to participate actively in discussions. During the workshops, the candidates will be assessed on knowledge, judgment and presentation by experienced practitioner tutors. A closed book examination will follow the workshops on the next day. The course will be conducted in English. Please refer to the Course Information sheet for further information. Date and Time Tuesday, 1 December 2015 (09:00 17:00) Wednesday, 2 December 2015 (09:00 13:00) Venue [to be confirmed]. Course fee [to be confirmed]. *The minimum number of enrolment required is 20 people. The Institute reserves the right to cancel the course if the required number is not reached. In that case, any course fees paid would be returned. About the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators sets the global standard for professional education in dispute resolution. CIArb membership qualifications are globally recognised. To find out more about us, please visit our websites: and

2 Registration Form: Accelerated Route to Membership (International Arbitration) Course 1 & 2 December 2015 I hereby apply to participate in the above course. Please indicate your membership: CIArb Associate (member no. ) Non-member of CIArb Arbitrator with: Number of arbitrations: BANI BAPMI BAKTI BAM- HKI Others (name: ) Please indicate your suitability for this course: I have successfully completed and passed Module 1 Law of Obligations and Civil Evidence, or hold a recognized equivalent qualification such as a Law degree. I have some knowledge of arbitration (unassessed). I have evaluated the programme as to my personal suitability to undertake it, appreciating that the assessment unit is intensive and that I will be assessed throughout the programme against standard benchmark. Name: Address: Tel: Fax: Employer: Job title: Payment Information (Please indicate your preferred method of payment.) Due not later than 8 October. Note: Registration is only complete upon payment of the event fees. Cash or check made out to KarimSyah Law Firm (payable in advance at KarimSyah Law Firm) Bank Transfer to: Bank Permata Plaza Mutiara, Ground Floor, Jalan Dr. Ide Agung Gede Agung Kav. 1 & 2, Jakarta Swift Code: B B B A I D J A Name of Beneficiary: KarimSyah Law Firm IDR Account No.: # For enquiries, please Ms Offy Syofiah at offy.syofiah@karimsyah.com CIArb Indonesia Chapter c/o KarimSyah Law Firm Alamanda Tower, Level 27, Jalan TB Simatupang Kav Jakarta Tel: (+6221) , Fax: (+6221)

3 COURSE INFORMATION ACCELERATED ROUTE TO MEMBERSHIP ARBITRATION What is the aim of the module? To provide a fast-track route to Membership through the arbitration pathway. The Accelerated Route to Membership has been designed for busy, legally qualified professionals who have some unassessed knowledge of arbitration. The aim of the programme is to assess the range of skills needed in order to perform competently in an arbitration. The Programme provides an opportunity to explore the law and practice of commercial arbitration. It is therefore valuable for anyone who is conversant with the law and who wishes to see its application t o the arbitral process generally, whether as a party, advocate, witness, judge or potential arbitrator. What are the learning outcomes? Please note that this is an assessment-only course, to establish if you have attained the requisite standard. There will be no teaching conducted during the workshops. Candidates are expected to carry out self-study prior to the commencement of the course and be able to: Describe and explain the principles and specific legal requirements in a commercial arbitration, including: the range and limitations of matters that may legally be arbitrated; the significance, rights and responsibilities of the different performers in an arbitration; the peculiar contractual nature of an arbitral appointment; the range and limitations of an arbitrator s powers and jurisdiction; the methods of initiating and processing an arbitration; the relevance of the Court regarding all stages in an arbitration; and the requirements of an enforceable award. Appreciate, apply and balance the principles and legal requirements set out in the syllabus below in the context of an arbitration. Show a confident ability to refer to, use and express legal procedural principles, rules and arguments relevant to the conduct of an arbitration. What is covered within the syllabus? Fundamental principles of the arbitration process The relevant arbitration code(s) The arbitration agreement Initiation of an arbitration Nomination & appointment of an arbitrator An arbitrator s jurisdiction & powers Deciding and setting the procedure Interlocutory procedures, pleadings & applications Oral hearings & procedures Costs & interest claims Award types and requirements Role of the Court 3

4 How is the course delivered? The course is delivered through an initial orientation lecture series, which is optional but recommended, and then a mandatory assessment over a period of two days, with a combination of assessment workshops on day one and an examination on day two. The course dates advertised are the dates when candidates will be required to attend the face to face workshops and examination. How will I be assessed? Assessment of this programme is split into three components: Assessment 1 - An interactive 1 day assessment series of workshops, where situations will be presented to candidates in groups for their consideration. These will include practical scenarios that an arbitrator might encounter together with the legal principles that might apply in such circumstances. Candidates are also assessed in terms of their knowledge and ability to write answers to specific trial questions. Assessment of this element is on a pass or fail basis. Candidates must pass all the workshop sessions. Assessment 2 - A written pre-course assignment to be submitted before the course (20%). Assessment 3 - A 3-hour written closed book examination (80%). Candidates are permitted to use any materials they wish throughout the workshops. The examination is closed book no materials are permitted in the examination room except for an unmarked copy of the UNCITRAL Model Law 2006 and a copy of the Workbook. Highlighting and underlining is permitted. The pass mark for this module is 55% which must be achieved in both the examination and the overall module. Results are dispatched to candidates normally eight to twelve weeks from the date of the conclusion of the examination. What are the entry requirements? In order to register onto the Accelerated Route to Membership, candidates must: have successfully completed and passed Module 1 Law of Obligations and Civil Evidence, or hold a recognized equivalent qualification such as a Law degree. have some knowledge of arbitration (unassessed). evaluate the programme themselves as to their personal suitability to undertake it, appreciating that the assessment unit is intensive and that they will be assessed throughout the programme against standard benchmarks. What is the course fee and what does it include? The exact fee has not as yet been determined as we do not know how many approved tutors will need to travel here for the assessment, and we also hope to have sponsorship from some of the major firms in order to reduce the cost to participants. The fee shall include course materials (which will be provided electronically), assessments, lunches and tea breaks. To secure your seat in the program, a deposit of Rp. 5,000,000 shall be payable. Upon receipt of your deposit, we will send you the course materials. Candidates are advised to refer to the Registration Form for other details. What happens when I register for the course? Upon successful registration and receipt of the deposit, candidates will receive confirmation they are booked on the course. Joining instructions and course materials will be sent to candidates approximately 2 weeks before the course start date. 4

5 What is CIArb s policy on cancellation of courses? The course requires a minimum number of participants. In case said number is not met, CIArb Indonesia Chapter reserves the right to cancel or change the date, venue or content of programmes and the names of speakers, lecturers and tutors. Candidates will be provided with adequate notice of any change. If the Institute has to cancel a course, candidates will be provided with a full refund or the opportunity to transfer their registration to the next course. What is my next step when I complete the course? On successful completion of this course, candidates: will be awarded an Advanced Certificate will be eligible to apply for Member grade of CIArb, and take advantage of a range of educational and professional benefits. may progress onto Module 3 of the arbitration pathway leading towards Fellowship. How do I register? Please complete and follow the instructions in the attached Registration Form. **************************************************************************************************** FOR ENQUIRES: For enquiries, please Ms Offy Syofiah at offy.syofiah@karimsyah.com CIArb Indonesia Chapter c/o KarimSyah Law Firm Alamanda Tower, Level 27, Jalan TB Simatupang Kav Jakarta Tel: (+6221) , Fax: (+6221)