Overview
This course provides an in-depth exploration of dispute resolution methods relevant to construction contracts. Students will learn the characteristics and processes involved in resolving disputes through negotiation, mediation, adjudication, arbitration, and litigation. Emphasis is placed on conflict avoidance strategies and understanding the application of dispute resolution clauses in standard forms of contracts. The course enables participants to assess various methods of dispute resolution, compare adversarial and non-adversarial approaches, and recommend appropriate mechanisms for specific conflict scenarios in construction projects. Ideal for construction professionals, contract managers, and legal advisors, this course builds essential capabilities in managing conflict and fostering resolution in the built environment. A quality-assured certificate from the University of the Witwatersrand is issued on successful completion.
