The Benefits of CIArb-Accredited Courses - a hybrid event

Join us at Birmingham City University for a special evening event powered by the CIArb West Midlands Branch: The Benefits of CIArb-Accredited Courses.

This is a hybrid event. Please choose either an In-Person Attendance Ticket (limited capacity) or an Online Attendance Ticket (unlimited).

Keynote

Dr Temi Odusanya (Robert Gordon University) will discuss the value of CIArb-accredited pathways, including award writing, and how ADR credentials can accelerate careers in arbitration and dispute resolution.

Panel Discussion (Q&A-led)

Chaired by Dr Alan Ma (BCU), with contributions from:

• Dr Temi Odusanya (Keynote speaker)
• Sameer Shinh (Chair, CIArb West Midlands)
• Dr Charles Ho Wang Mak (University of Bristol)
• Priya Kale (Solicitor, Anthony Collins; CIArb Fellow & WM Committee Member)

Who should attend?

This free event is open to:

• Law students and academics
• Practitioners and law firms
• Anyone interested in arbitration, mediation, adjudication, or CIArb-accredited training

It's a unique opportunity to learn, ask questions, and network with leading voices in ADR.

Agenda

17:00 – Welcome and introduction

17:10 – Keynote: Dr Temi Odusanya

17:50 – Q&A Panel Discussion

19:20 – Networking (in-person only)

20:00 – Close

Good to know

• Please indicate when registering whether you are a CIArb member.
• Online attendees will receive the joining link on the day of the event.
• Photography/recording may take place for CIArb/BCU promotional use.
• For accessibility or dietary needs, let us know during registration.

Host or Publisher Department of Law, Birmingham City University