Global South and ISDS Certificate Course – Hybrid

The second edition of the Global South and ISDS Certificate Course will take place on 18-19 March 2027.

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.

This certificate course brings together leading experts, academics, and practitioners from Asia, Aftica and Europe, combining their 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.

Read more about the course here.