The Global South and ISDS Certificate Course will take place on 18-19 March 2027 in a hybrid format. Please leave your information here and we will get in touch in due course
The Global South and ISDS Certificate Course introduces participants to the theory and practice of investor–State dispute settlement (ISDS), while critically examining Global South perspectives on international investment law.
In light of the oft-cited ‘legitimacy critique of ISDS’ in the Global South context, this certificate course aims to bring together leading experts, academics, and practitioners from India, Nigeria, the United Kingdom, and other jurisdictions, combining doctrinal analysis with practical insight.
Participants will explore substantive standards of investment protection, procedural aspects of ISDS, and current reform debates, including sovereignty concerns and strategic considerations for states and investors from the Global South.
Beyond academic discussion, this certificate course places strong emphasis on professional skills and career development. Practical sessions focus on oral and written advocacy across cultures, complemented by interactive discussions on career pathways in international arbitration and ISDS.
The certificate course provides valuable opportunities to engage directly with senior practitioners and peers. It is designed not only to deepen substantive knowledge but also to equip participants with the practical tools and international perspectives needed to succeed in global dispute resolution.
Upon successful completion of the course requirements, including the reflective journal component, participants become eligible to receive accredited certificates by Arbitration Lab, London. Please find the course brochure attached, here.
