Benefits of membership
The following benefits of CIArb membership are shown below.
Professional credibility through a prestigious secondary qualification
Professional development through Training and Education
Access to information and knowledge
Networking opportunities, locally and internationally
Additional benefits including UK Tax relief
Becoming a member of the Institute - irrespective of grade - is a public commitment to the profession of private dispute resolution (PDR).
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Professional credibility through a prestigious secondary qualification
As the world's leading professional body, we offer PDR professionals credibility through qualifications and recognition.
- members are able to progress to Chartered or Accredited status - the ultimate accolade for practitioners
- recognisable post-nominal letters ACIArb, MCIArb, FCIArb
Professional development through Training and Education
Our qualifications are internationally recognised and valued, providing assured standards which give users confidence. Our members are leaders in their fields, whether working in dispute resolution practice or in business.
We offer top quality continuing professional development to help you get and stay ahead of your peers.
- continuing professional development (CPD)
- education and training opportunities
- conferences, seminars and other events
- professional networking and social events
- panel membership for Presidential appointments
Access to information and knowledge
Our expertise leads academic and professional thinking in dispute resolution. This comes directly to you in our academic journal and information resources, keeping you up to date and saving you time and money.
- dispute resolution advice service
- free subscription to The Journal
- global website www.ciarb.org
- newsletters including The Resolver and NewsWatch
- books for purchase at discounted rates for members
- free weekly Linex Legal alerter service (worth £100)
- access to CIArb's library, now situated at the Maughan Library, Kings College London
Networking opportunities, locally and internationally
As the largest global professional dispute resolution body, our regional and international networks offer unparalleled opportunities for professional networking and career development.
- a worldwide network of members, branches and chapters
- online networking and discussion fora
- Special Interest Groups (SIGs)
- opportunities for active involvement
Additional benefits
We also offer our members a range of products and services - most with discounted rates.
- hearing and meeting facilities at 12 Bloomsbury Square, London
- CIArb Advantage - member benefits scheme
- Professional Indemnity insurance cover
- education and training and other events
- books
- advertising in The Journal and The Resolver
For members who are UK tax payers and pay their own professional fees: remember you are eligible to claim tax relief against the full annual subscription fee, via the annual tax return or by completing the claim form P358 available from local tax offices.
Last Updated: 02 November 2009