As cross-border investment and trade expand, disputes increasingly require specialists in international arbitration and investment protection. This programme at Manipal Academy of Higher Education builds advanced legal knowledge and practical advocacy skills for arbitration-focused careers. You will study international investment law alongside commercial arbitration practice, with training designed to strengthen drafting, case strategy, and hearing advocacy. Unique features Industry-informed curriculum with practice-oriented learning Placement support with a mandatory internship component (where applicable) Mentorship and career guidance through structured industry engagement Core legal and technical modules covering arbitration procedure, evidence, and dispute strategy Focused pathways in emerging sectors such as Healthtech, Fintech, and Edtech (including data privacy and information technology law) Campus location in Bengaluru, supporting access to a technology and legal ecosystem Career and opportunities Law firms and arbitration practices handling investment and commercial disputes Roles supporting government and public-sector bodies involved in investment matters Opportunities connected to international dispute settlement processes (e.g., trade and investment-related forums)
The International Investment and Commercial Arbitration programme at Manipal Academy of Higher Education is designed for those seeking to specialize in the growing field of international arbitration and investment protection. This one-year course equips students with advanced legal knowledge and practical advocacy skills essential for successful careers in this dynamic area.
The curriculum encompasses both international investment law and the practice of commercial arbitration, with a focus on enhancing skills in drafting, case strategy, and hearing advocacy.
While specific GRE/GMAT requirements for this programme are not specified, prospective students are encouraged to check the programme website for detailed admission criteria.
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