Knowledge
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Good knowledge of nature, history and key components of the investment law regime
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Advance knowledge of specific substantive areas of investment treaty law: expropriation, non-discrimination and MFN status; and fair and equitable treatment.
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Advance knowledge of the topics of jurisdiction, arbitral process, liability, and damages in investment treaty arbitration.
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Good knowledge of other substantive areas (including umbrella clauses and full protection and security) and procedural areas (annulment, enforcement, and investor contracts).
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Good knowledge of the critiques of the regime, including post-colonial, development critiques, gender, and regulatory autonomy perspectives.
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Good knowledge of the relationship of the field with general international law and human rights and environmental law.
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Basic knowledge of ongoing reform processes and investment policy.
Skills
The candidate will be able to:
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Interpret and clarify the content of the applicable substantive and procedural rules using the central sources of law in the subject.
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Negotiate key provisions in an international investment treaty that protect a party’s specific and systemic interests.
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Research and identify concrete legal problems on one topic in a case.
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Argue in writing and orally for a legal position in a clear and precise manner (in English).
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Cooperate with other students and work in groups.
General competence
The candidate will gain the competence to:
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Use legal knowledge and skills independently.
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Understand the role of lawyers in negotiation and dispute resolution situations.
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Work in a dynamic legal situation with other actors.
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Convey legal reasoning to other lawyers.
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Critically analyse the strengths and weaknesses of the international investment regime.
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Comprehend policy reform processes.