SSM Milan: Law week conflict mediation strategies

Bridging Borders & Resolving Conflicts: Global Strategies for Commercial Dispute Resolution
In recent years, global trade and cross-border transactions have increased steadily.  This trend has also resulted in a surge in international commercial disputes.  The International Chamber of Commerce, for example, has reported a record number of cases before its International Court of Arbitration in recent years.  These developments illustrate the growing reliance on international arbitration and ADR as the preferred method for resolving cross border disputes.  Effective collaboration between business and legal professionals is essential to achieving effective outcomes in these complex international disputes.     

A joint program aimed at international commercial dispute resolution is both innovative and essential for law and business students.  It mirrors the collaborative nature of real-world dispute resolution challenges and scenarios.  In the professional world, lawyers and business professionals regularly work together to resolve commercial disputes, drawing on their respective interests and expertise to achieve favorable outcomes for their clients and organizations.  A joint program would introduce students to the complimentary roles of legal and business professionals in the dispute resolution process.  They would learn various strategies for effective communication and teamwork skills for effectively navigating the complexities of cross-border disputes.  Through collaborative exercises and interdisciplinary discussions, participants will gain practical experience in working cooperatively to analyze complex legal issues, formulate strategic negotiation strategies, and articulate innovative solutions that align with broader business strategies.  In summary, joint participation in an international dispute resolution program not only builds the student’s individual skills, but also prepares him/her to work synergistically in the real world where collaboration between business and legal professionals is paramount in obtaining optimal results for all stakeholders.         

Learning Outcomes 
After successfully completing the program, students will acquire essential skills and competencies for managing complex and cross-border commercial disputes.  Specifically, ypu will learn the following:

• Strategies for navigating complex cross border disputes.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills for evaluating and resolving multi-faceted commercial disputes. 
• Soft skills development.
• Strategies for fostering teamwork and collaboration.
• Strategies for effective cross-disciplinary collaboration.