MAT ABACUS Business School is excited to announce a new international partnership with the City Institute of Higher Learning (C-IHL), Canada, to deliver the prestigious Executive Diploma in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) here in Uganda.

This one-year programme is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge, skills, and global perspectives needed to resolve disputes effectively without resorting to traditional litigation. By focusing on mediation, arbitration, negotiation, and conciliation, the programme provides participants with practical tools to address conflicts in diverse areas, including commercial, corporate, family, and international disputes.

Why ADR Matters Today

In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, disputes are inevitable—but court processes are often lengthy, costly, and adversarial. ADR offers an alternative path, one that promotes dialogue, efficiency, and fairness. Through this programme, MAT Abacus is empowering Ugandan professionals to play a central role in advancing conflict resolution in the region and beyond.

Programme Highlights

Participants will benefit from a comprehensive curriculum that balances theory with practice.

Core Modules:

• Foundations of ADR
• Comparative ADR Laws
• Negotiation and Communication Skills
• Mediation Principles and Practices
• Arbitration Practices in Africa, Asian, and Canada
• Ethics and Professional Standards in ADR
• Emerging ADR Trends and Global Perspectives

Additional Options:

• Research Methods (for candidates pursuing the Maestro Philosophiae)
• Capstone Project & Practicum (simulated mediations, arbitrations, mentorship, or internships with ADR institutions)

Entry Requirements

The Executive Diploma in ADR is open to applicants with:

• A first degree in law or social sciences, or
• A law diploma/degree with law-related modules, or
• Significant professional experience in relevant fields (subject to assessment).

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this programme will be well-prepared for rewarding careers such as:

• Mediator or Arbitrator
• Negotiation Consultant
• Legal Advisor in ADR
• Judicial and court-related ADR roles
• Conflict Resolution Specialist in corporate, government, or community sectors
• Researcher or Lecturer in ADR

A Global Opportunity, Delivered Locally

By partnering with C-IHL, Canada, MAT Abacus continues to expand its international network and bring world-class education to Uganda. This programme offers a truly global outlook, combining comparative perspectives from Africa, Asia, and Canada, with practical exposure through mentorship and internships.

📢 Registration details will be announced soon.
Stay connected with MAT ABACUS for updates on how to apply and join the first cohort of this transformative programme.