Course overview

What does it take to mediate complex disputes effectively? How can lawyers, parties, and mediators navigate processes marked by multiple parties, high stakes, or intricate subject‑matter? And what indicators signal that a dispute may be particularly challenging to mediate?

This intensive masterclass—led by internationally recognised mediators, practitioners and academics—delves deeply into these questions.

With mediation increasingly central to resolving sophisticated national and international disputes, including high‑profile commercial conflicts and the growing use of mediation in investor–state matters, there is a pressing need for advanced skills and strategic insight. This masterclass equips participants with the tools to meet that need.

Drawing on recent policy and legislative developments around the world, and grounded in real‑world experience, this course provides practical, actionable guidance to help you perform confidently and effectively in this rapidly evolving and strategically important field of dispute resolution.

Key details

Course type: Executive Education
Location: Bentham House, UCL Laws, London
Dates: 22 June 2026 
Duration: 2 - 6pm, followed by a networking reception
Fees: £439 to £740 (early bird rates are available until 22nd May)

Read more about this course at: 
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/laws/short-courses/executive-education/mediation