Overview

Investment treaties are some of the most controversial yet least understood instruments of global economic governance. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the investment treaty regime. It examines the historical origins and evolution of international investment law and focuses on substantive standards of investment protection through the extensive network … For more content click the Read More button below.   Main Topics: Origins of investment protection and international investment lawGlobalization and foreign direct investmentBilateral investment treaties and regional agreements (e.g., RCEP and CPTPP)ICSID ConventionExpropriation and compensationStandards of treatment (e.g., non-discrimination and fair and equitable treatment)Investment treaty arbitrationCriticism and reform of international investment law

Conditions for Enrolment

Prerequisite:Academic Program must be 9200, 9201, 9225 or 9231.

Course Attributes

Offered irregularly or alternate years

Delivery

In-person - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)
Fully online - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)

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