FIDIC Case Studies in Disputes & Arbitration: A Complete 10-Day Professional Programme
COURSE OVERVIEW
Understanding and managing **disputes under FIDIC contracts** is critical for project managers, engineers, contract administrators, and legal advisors. This 10-day professional programme provides an in-depth exploration of **real-world FIDIC disputes and arbitration cases**, teaching participants to analyze, interpret, and resolve contractual conflicts efficiently.
Participants will learn **claim handling, dispute resolution mechanisms, arbitration procedures, and lessons from mega projects worldwide**, integrating practical approaches with FIDIC’s contractual framework.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:
1. Understand common causes of disputes under FIDIC contracts
2. Analyze real-world case studies of FIDIC disputes
3. Apply claims management and dispute avoidance strategies
4. Interpret contractual clauses in the context of arbitration
5. Prepare and present evidence for dispute resolution
6. Understand DAAB/ DAB processes and arbitration procedures
7. Learn lessons from mega-project disputes to prevent future conflicts
8. Coordinate with legal, financial, and technical teams during disputes
9. Strengthen project governance and contract compliance
10-DAY COURSE OUTLINE
DAY 1 — Introduction to FIDIC Disputes & Arbitration
* Overview of FIDIC Red, Yellow, Silver & Gold Books
* Causes of disputes in construction and infrastructure projects
* Roles of Employer, Engineer, Contractor in disputes
* Overview of dispute resolution mechanisms
DAY 2 — Claim Management & Notices
* Clause 20: Claims procedures
* Submitting notices and substantiating claims
* Documentation requirements
* Early dispute identification and mitigation
DAY 3 — DAAB / DAB Procedures
* Role and formation of Dispute Adjudication Boards
* Process, decision-making, and enforceability
* Case examples of DAAB decisions
* Managing conflicts before escalation
DAY 4 — Arbitration Principles & Practices
* Arbitration under FIDIC contracts
* Legal frameworks and applicable rules
* Evidence preparation and presentation
* Key procedural steps
DAY 5 — Case Study: Mega Infrastructure Disputes
* High-profile international disputes (airports, highways, power plants)
* Analysis of claims, delays, and variations
* Lessons learned and mitigation strategies
DAY 6 — Case Study: Financial & Payment Disputes
* Disputes over interim payments, retention, and final accounts
* Escalation of financial claims
* Arbitration outcomes and enforcement
* Risk reduction techniques
DAY 7 — Case Study: Design & Quality Disputes
* Disputes arising from design responsibilities
* Defects, non-compliance, and performance failures
* Engineer’s role in dispute resolution
* Corrective actions and lessons learned
DAY 8 — Case Study: Delays & Extension of Time Claims
* Delay analysis methods
* Critical Path Method (CPM) in dispute assessment
* Extensions of time disputes and claims resolution
* Cost and schedule impact assessment
DAY 9 — Practical Workshops & Group Exercises
* Mock dispute resolution exercises
* Arbitration and DAAB simulation
* Documentation and claim substantiation practice
* Lessons applied to real project scenarios
DAY 10 — Lessons Learned, Reporting & Certification
* Best practices for dispute prevention
* Improving contract governance
* Reporting and documenting lessons learned
* Final assessment & certificate issuance
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
* Project Managers & Directors
* Contract Managers & Administrators
* Legal Advisors & In-house Counsel
* Quantity Surveyors & Cost Engineers
* Engineers overseeing complex projects
* Consultants and Contractors working under FIDIC
* Donor-funded and government project teams
KEY BENEFITS
Participants will:
* Master dispute management under FIDIC contracts
* Understand DAAB and arbitration procedures in practice
* Learn from real-world mega project dispute case studies
* Improve claims preparation, notice handling, and documentation
* Reduce risks of delays, costs, and legal conflicts
* Enhance decision-making and project governance
* Gain practical tools and templates for dispute resolution
CERTIFICATION
Certification Title:
**Certified Specialist in FIDIC Disputes & Arbitration Case Studies**
*Issued by KE Leaders International Training Centre*
Includes:
✔ International Certification
✔ Digital Badge
✔ CPD Hours
✔ Case Study Compendium
✔ Dispute Resolution Toolkit
Contact Info:
Enquiry at : admin@keleaders.com
Whatsapp: 0044 790 125 9494
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