SGT University Unveils ADR in Sports Law Certificate Course
The Centre for Sports Law and Athlete Welfare (CSLAW) at the School of Law, SGT University, has launched a new Certificate Course focused on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in Sports Law. This innovative program is tailored to bridge the gap between the realms of sports and dispute resolution using ADR strategies.
Course Details and Structure
This comprehensive course spans four weekends, encompassing 16 hours of instruction divided into four thematic modules. Participants will journey from understanding the domestic framework for sports disputes in India to exploring international arbitration at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in Lausanne. Delivered entirely online through Zoom, the course features a distinguished panel of national and international experts, including a CAS-listed arbitrator, ensuring that attendees gain both a solid legal foundation and practical insights.
About CSLAW
Under the leadership of Prof. (Dr.) Richa Chaudhary, Dean of the School of Law at SGT University, CSLAW is rapidly becoming a prominent voice in the field of sports law scholarship and practice in India. Directed by Udiksha Rana, an Assistant Professor at the School of Law, and Rashmi Giri, Assistant Director and Assistant Professor, CSLAW is committed to advancing research and engagement in sports law. Established in 2026, the Centre focuses on topics such as sports governance, dispute resolution, athlete welfare, anti-doping regulation, and sports integrity.
Target Audience
This course is ideal for a wide range of participants:
- Law students aspiring to specialize in sports law
- Legal professionals seeking to expand their ADR expertise
- Academicians and researchers focused on sports law issues
- Athletes, coaches, and managers seeking legal knowledge and ADR understanding
- Sports administrators involved in governance at national and international levels
Learning Outcomes
By the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
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- Understand the legal and institutional frameworks governing sports and ADR in India and internationally
- Apply skills in arbitration, mediation, and negotiation to resolve sports disputes effectively
- Analyze key CAS awards and Indian tribunal decisions to discern evolving legal principles
- Comprehend arbitration clauses, disciplinary notices, athlete agreements, and ADR settlement documents
Course Modules
Module 01 | Weekend 1 | 4 Hours
Topic: Sports Disputes in India – Framework, Arbitrability & Comparative Law
Speaker: Mr. Tarun, Senior Research Associate, GCSEL, Gujarat National Law University
Module 02 | Weekend 2 | 4 Hours
Topic: Arbitration in Sports: Principles, Clauses & Practice
Speaker: Ms. Udiksha Rana, Director, CSLAW & Assistant Professor, SGT University
Module 03 | Weekend 3 | 4 Hours
Topic: Mediation & Other Dispute Resolution Mechanisms in Sports
Speaker: Prof. (Dr.) Subhrajit Chanda, Assistant Professor, Jindal Global Law School
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Module 04 | Weekend 4 | 4 Hours
Topic: CAS and International Sports Arbitration
Speaker: Dr. Petra Pocrnić Perica, CAS Arbitrator, President, Arbitration Division, Croatian Association for Civil Law
Registration Information
Mode: Online via Zoom
Duration: 4 Weekends | 16 Hours | 4 Modules
Registration Fee: ₹1,000/- (Early Bird: ₹800/- by July 4, 2026)
Course Start Date: August 8, 2026
Last Date to Register: July 20, 2026
Payment UPI ID: 9205580500m@pnb (SGT University Research and Development)
Registration Link: Click Here
Contact Information
For inquiries or further details, please contact cslaw@sgtuniversity.org or call +91 9811506052, +91 8174952500. For a detailed brochure, click here.
The Centre for Sports Law and Athlete Welfare at SGT University, Gurugram, invites all stakeholders, including law students, legal professionals, athletes, academicians, and sports administrators, to participate in this groundbreaking initiative. Direct any questions to cslaw@sgtuniversity.org.
