International Mediators’ Training Program 

• Equip participants with Accredited Mediator credentials to manage disputes effectively.
• Integrate mediation within HR and legal frameworks as a structured ADR mechanism.
• Reduce reliance on litigation by promoting effective negotiation and resolution skills.
• Align mediation strategies with global best practices to enhance credibility.
• Empower professionals to lead with confidence in high-stakes conflict scenarios.

• Mediation theory, ethics, and principles
• Stages of the mediation process: pre-mediation, opening statements, caucus sessions
• Active listening and rapport-building exercises
• Identifying positions vs. interests in disputes
• Negotiation techniques and dynamics
• Simulated mediation exercises
• Final assessments based on real-world scenarios
• Implementing mediation in various sectors

• Standard Fee: PKR 350,000 (plus 3% SST)
• Early Bird Discount (20%): PKR 280,000 (plus 3% SST)
• Group Discount (13%) (for groups of four or more): PKR 297,500 (plus 3% SST)
• Assessment Charges: GBP 100

Payable post IBA certification upon opting for EMS-accredited certificate.

This program is ideal for professionals across legal, corporate, and public sectors:

• Human Resource Professionals – To manage workplace conflicts, performance-related disputes, and employment grievances.
• Senior Management & Administrators – To integrate mediation into leadership practices and organizational policies.
• Corporate Leaders – To address conflicts between employees and managers, workplace challenges, and team dynamics.
• Legal Teams – To efficiently resolve contractual, regulatory, and institutional disputes.
• Government Officials & Policy Makers – To apply mediation in governance, policy frameworks, and public sector dispute resolution.

Ms. Emma McAndry

Emma McAndry is a highly accomplished mediator, trainer, and legal professional with over a decade of experience in civil, commercial, and workplace mediation. A Fellow of the Civil Mediation Council and a Legal 500 Leading Mediator (2022/23), she has successfully mediated over 100 cases and played a pivotal role in shaping mediation education and practice in the UK. Emma began her legal career as a commercial litigator before transitioning into mediation, recognizing its advantages over litigation. She founded and led the UCLan Cen

Emma McAndry is a highly accomplished mediator, trainer, and legal professional with over a decade of experience in civil, commercial, and workplace mediation. A Fellow of the Civil Mediation Council and a Legal 500 Leading Mediator (2022/23), she has successfully mediated over 100 cases and played a pivotal role in shaping mediation education and practice in the UK. Emma began her legal career as a commercial litigator before transitioning into mediation, recognizing its advantages over litigation. She founded and led the UCLan Centre for Mediation, developing accredited training programs and pioneering student mediation competitions.

Her expertise in mediation training has been recognized internationally, earning her multiple awards, including the National Mediation Awards’ Mediation Trainer of the Year (2022/23) and Mediation Expert of the UK (2020-2022). With extensive experience in mediation education, Emma has designed and delivered accredited mediation training for professionals worldwide. She is the Founder and Director of Essential Mediation Solutions, providing high-quality training and professional development programs. Known for her engaging teaching style and practical approach, Emma continues to shape the future of mediation through her leadership, training, and hands-on dispute resolution expertise

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Mr. Justice Sufiyan Rana

Justice Sufiyan Rana serves as a District Judge at the Stockport Civil and Family Court in Greater Manchester, United Kingdom. He is deeply committed to the principles of rule of law, access to justice, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR), holding an LL.M. in ADR: Mediation.

Judge Rana specializes in Civil, Family, and Costs law, bringing a wealth of judicial and mediation experience to his work. Prior to his appointment, he served as a Deputy District Judge on the Northern Circuit and as a Tribunal Judge (Fee Paid) in the Mental Health jurisdiction.

He is a judicial mentor and appraiser, and sits on the Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC) panel, where he assists in the recruitment and evaluation of judges. As a Civil Law Tutor at the Judicial College, he trains judges across England and Wales, further demonstrating his commitment to judicial capacity building.

Internationally, Judge Rana has delivered trainings and keynote addresses in countries such as Albania and has recently been invited to join the Online Procedure Rule (Sub) Committee, working alongside High Court and Court of Appeal Judges to draft simplified Online Procedure Rules that promote efficient dispute resolution and digital innovation within the justice system.

Called to the Bar at Lincoln’s Inn in 1999, Judge Rana practiced as both a Barrister and Accredited Mediator at St. John’s Buildings Chambers, Manchester, where he conducted numerous Facilitative and Evaluative Mediations, Settlement Meetings, and Round Table Mediations. He has also practiced as a Solicitor and served as a Visiting Lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University, teaching on its LLB and Bar Vocational Course.

Recognized by The Legal 500 as a Leading Junior (Tier 1) for brain and spinal injury cases, he was commended for being approachable, eloquent, and direct, with meticulous attention to detail.

IBA CEE Cancellation Policy for Open Enrollment Programs:

In the event of participant's cancellation, the following schedule will apply:

• 5 days before start of workshop - No cancellation
• Within 4 to 2 days prior to workshop Half program fee forfeiture
• Within 1 day and No Shows - Full program fee forfeiture

Cancellation notification must be made in writing to CEE.

Postponement
Due to any unavoidable circumstances, the workshop may be postponed by the institute. In case of postponement, the institute will refund full fee of the program or the participant may opt to defer his/her registration to the next program.

Substitute
Substitutes will be taken at least 2 days prior to the workshop. Should we be unable to accept your application for any reason, your payment (cheque/draft) will be returned to you.

Deferrals
All registrations deferrals must be requested in writing at least 2 days prior to the workshop. Send a note to the Program Registration Team indicating that you wish to have your registration deferred to another session of the same program within one year. The deposited fee will be carried forward. Please note that only one transfer is permitted. After one year, the deposited fee will be fully forfeited.