LAWS6130 - Dispute Resolution in Australia

Objectives

  • Acquire a broad understanding of the theory, policy and practice of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). Examine the various alternative dispute resolution processes, their advantages and limitations.
  • Explore the application of alternative dispute resolution in particular areas of practice (in 2009 these areas will be workplace and healthcare disputes.)

Content

Negotiation, especially principled negotiation; mediation; key theoretical issues in mediation; conciliation and facilitation; expert processes; arbitration; hybrid dispute resolution processes; integrated conflict management systems; resolution of workplace disputes; mediation of health care disputes.

Session

Semester 2 2009
Thursday Evenings, 6-8pm

The timetable is subject to frequent changes. Please refer to the latest version of the Postgraduate Timetable.

Assessment

  • 1 x 3,000 Word Research Essay (50%)
  • 1 x Take-Home Exam (50%)

Courses this unit is available in

Master of Laws | Graduate Diploma in Law | Master of Administrative Law and Policy | Master of Environmental Law | Graduate Diploma in Environmental Law | Master of Environmental Science and Law | Graduate Diploma in Health Law | Master of Health Law | Master of Labour Law and Relations