The Center for International Mediators and Arbitrators (CIMA) provides globally recognized training and expert case management services in commercial arbitration. As part of its core mandate, CIMA provides the skills, knowledge, and international best practices necessary to resolve commercial disputes effectively outside traditional court systems.

CIMA’s training programs cover essential areas such as the legal framework of arbitration, drafting enforceable arbitration clauses, arbitral procedures, evidence and advocacy in arbitration, and enforcement of awards. These programs are designed to meet the evolving demands of international commerce and trade, with contextual emphasis on both common and civil law jurisdictions, as well as regional frameworks.

In addition to training, CIMA offers case management services, including the appointment of arbitrators, administration of proceedings, and provision of institutional rules tailored for domestic and cross-border disputes. By promoting efficiency, neutrality, and enforceability, CIMA serves as a trusted institution for parties seeking cost-effective and confidential resolution of commercial conflicts across multiple jurisdictions.

Through its strategic positioning at Oxfordshire and Accra CIMA bridges global arbitration standards with local practice, advancing the cause of credible, accessible, and professional dispute resolution.