All courses develop the MATA ‘learning community’ ethos.
Commercial Mediator Training Course
Dublin: 24, 25, 26, 28 and 29 September 2009
London: 10, 11, 12, 17 and 18 November 2009
run in partnership with the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.
A non-residential practise-based course that is a total baptism in mediation for those wishing to become mediators or to represent parties in mediation. There are a further two days for assessment by an independent panel which sets the highest standard for commercial mediators currently known in the world.
"Great course, but it's hard work!""Great fun" "First class" "Fascinating""Stimulating and well structured learning""This course was strongly recommended to me and it has lived up to it's billing"
Advanced Mediator Retreat
(22 - 27 September 2010, San Pietro in Valle, Umbria, Italy)
Please note: No course will be taking place in 2009.
This residential course is designed to develop and deepen the skills of mediators who already have experience in mediating commercial disputes. It is open to all mediators, whether lawyers or not, and experience is more important than qualification. The course builds on the foundation skills and processes of civil and commercial mediation.
“ESSENTIAL for any mediator who feels they could improve and should be OBLIGATORY for any who feel they can’t.”
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Extreme Negotiation
(8th May 2009 and 19th January 2010, London)
One day course run by Duncan Jarratt (Metropolitan Police hostage negotiator) and Lawrence Kershen QC (Mediator, foremost trainer in principled negotiation and Vice Chair of Restorative Justice Council). A powerful one day course that pushes the boundaries and uses the experience of hostage negotiation techniques to broaden and sharpen participant’s commercial negotiation skills.
The first day which was held on 8th May 2009 was a huge success and the positive comments from the participants included:
✓ "Thoroughly enjoyable and educative"
✓ "A challenging and thought-provoking course that manages to raise the blood pressure of its attendees"
✓ Interesting, challenging and insightful"
✓ "A really useful course - a must for all practitioners whether mediators and/or negotiators"
✓ "Bridged the gap between negotiation situations we are used to and extreme situations in a clear, effective and enjoyable way, with skills based reflective learning"
✓ "It demonstrated that the techniques of extreme negotiation are transferrable for all kinds of situations. In particular the 'relationship building' was very useful"
✓ "Completely riveting"
✓ "Two extraordinary people provided extraordinarily wise training"
✓ "A very rich and resourceful day"
✓ "Pushes the comfort zone - excellent learning experience"
✓ " [I was] moved and impressed by the quiet passion and commitment of the trainers"
✓ "Gave valuable insights into the sensitivity required in extreme situations, as well as the life-saving potential of 'humanizing' any conflict and threat"
✓ "It was insightful to hear stories based on actual events that the trainer was involved in first-hand"
Extreme course details 2010
Extreme Conversations
(15th June 2009 and 17th February 2010, London)
One day course led by Peter Birch (actor and business psychologist). With the help of actors develops the whole area of difficult conversations through ‘rolling’ role play scenarios, enhancing strategies and skills. This day is of value to everyone both personally and in their business context.
Extreme booking form 2010
Mediation Awareness Workshop
(Run on request)
A three-hour session including a commented role-play demonstration and question time. Run for Treasury Solicitors Office, Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors and several Chambers and available to all who want a mediation ‘taster’.
“The best way to learn, combining theory and practice”
Negotiating Across Cultures
Non-residential, London)
(Run on request)
Two-day course on negotiating international deals and mediating cross-border disputes. Co-led by Joanna Kalowski who is an expert in cultural issues particularly establishing understanding and co-operation in situations of cultural diversity.
“Excellent - very useful for those working in an international environment”
Mediation Masterclass 2010
(4th February (Andrew Paton), 4th March (Elizabeth Birch), 25th March (David Cornes) and 6th May 2009 (Tina Monberg) from 16:30 - 18:30 at the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, 12 Bloomsbury Square, London)
As part of the Advanced Mediator training programme MATA have run a series of four master classes each year open to both practising mediators and non-mediator guests where a prominent mediator is interviewed and some techniques of this mediator are identified and put into practice in interactive workshops.
“Every time I gain some more acorns which will develop into oak trees”
Tony Curtis Debate
"Can Politics, Religion and Mediation really mix?"
(2nd December 2009, London)
The annual Debates are in honour of a well loved and respected mediator. This year, in the spirit of the consensual approach in mediation, the event will be more of a discussion between speakers and with the audience. Speakers include an Israeli peace negotiator, international environmental mediator, a leader of one of the prominent US faiths, a politician and an American author on mediating war, injustice and terrorism.
Ken Cloke Workshop (Special Offer: Book on this workshop and come to the Debate for free)
(3rd December 2009)
Ken Cloke, author of "Mediating Dangerously" is doing a workshop on mediating evil, war, injustice and terrorism - all in one day - based upon his book "Coonflict Resolution" published in 2008. Director of the Center for Dispute Resolution, Ken is a mediator, arbitrator, facilitator, lawyer and consultant. He coaches in effective and collaborative communication, negotiation and relationship building. Ken has written several books on mediation, including, "Mediating Dangerously, the Frontiers of Conflict Resolution". To find out more about Kenneth go to his website: www.KennethCloke.com
Debate & workshop booking 2009
“Stimulating and challenging, cannot wait until the next set"
How to win at mediation
Either a one day or four two-hour lunch/evening sessions for Lawyers choosing, advising, advocating and negotiating in mediation.
“The course significantly developed my understanding of the dynamics of mediation”
European Skilled facilitator programme
(7-11 December 2009)
An event of major significance and has particular relevance to the way we as mediators communicate and approach our practice.
Roger Schwarz is an internationally-renowned expert on facilitation and author of international best sellers, a leader in his field Roger is well published and incredibly well respected (Peter Senge, author of the Fifth Discipline and Chris Argyris, Professor emeritus Harvard University, publicly cite Roger's work as mastery) and Roger has been persuaded to come to London in December to run the first ever European Skilled facilitator programme. This is without a doubt a rare and unique opportunity to learn the innovative, world-class skills and techniques that will dramatically increase one's effectiveness as a facilitator and mediator.
The event is being hosted by Aled Davies who co-leads the MATA mediator training course. Aled travelled to the US at the end of last year to attend Roger's 5-day workshop and has since applied the Skilled Facilitator Approach to his mediation and facilitation practice with dramatic results.
The event will include a one-day introduction to the Skilled Facilitator Approach, followed by a four-day Skilled Facilitator Intensive workshop. Spaces are limited to 24 for the Intensive Workshop and 120 for the One-day introduction.
For further details please contact Aled Davies on 07710 442716 or aled.davies@resolvegb.com
Advanced Mediation Training Workshop (In association with the Association of Midlands Mediators)
(6th & 7th November 2009, Kilworth House Hotel, North Kilworth, Leicestershire. Near Junction 20 of the M1)
Two day course for accredited mediators who wish to improve their mediation skills with other experienced mediators. 8 CPD Hours MATA accredited. Lead trainers are Lawrence Kershen QC and Peter Birch.
The cost is £500 + VAT which includes course fee, accommodation in a single occupancy room and all meals including a dinner on the Friday evening in the private Shakespeare Room.
AMM Advanced Mediator Workshop 2009
More details about all of these courses can be obtained by
✉ contacting MATA direct.