law5udr usa dispute resolution
USA DISPUTE RESOLUTION
LAW5UDR
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This interactive subject will explore various forms of dispute resolution used commonly in the United States. Forms explored will include mediation, arbitration, and trial (including aspects of pretrial litigation, with an emphasis on pretrial discovery). Students will learn the structure of and key concepts associated with each type of dispute-resolution technique, how and when to choose one over the other, and advocacy techniques associated with each. Students will have the opportunity to participate in simulations related to the different processes.
FacultyFaculty of Business, Economics and Law
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorGordon Walker
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Getting to Yes | Recommended | Roger Fisher et al (2011 revised ed) | PENGUIN |
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Melbourne, 2014, Week 48-49, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorGordon Walker
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 48 - 49
Five 8.0 hours lecture/workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 48 to week 49 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Class participation | 10 | |
| One 6,000-7,000-word take-home examination | 90 |