This programme is taught in Portuguese.

16th Edition 2026/27 | In Person

Developed in partnership with the ICFML – Institute for Certification and Training of Lusophone Mediators, this programme in Negotiation, Mediation and Conflict Resolution provides certification for practice in Justices of the Peace, Consumer Arbitration Centres, Judicial Processes and Private International Mediation.

This is the first programme officially recognised by the Portuguese Ministry of Justice granting access to the profession of mediator within public mediation systems (including Family Mediation and the Justices of the Peace), while also offering international certification by the International Mediation Institute (IMI).

The ICFML is the only institution in Portugal accredited by the CIArb – Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (UK), which, in 2020, awarded it authorisation to deliver a 40-hour accredited mediation course.

Target Audience

This postgraduate programme is designed for graduates wishing to begin or advance their professional path in the field of conflict resolution, including:
final-year undergraduate students, trainee lawyers, lawyers, solicitors, in-house legal advisers, and judges.

It is also aimed at graduates in Law, Legal Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, and all professionals whose field of activity relies on teamwork, negotiation and communication skills.

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