Course Details

Dispute Resolution in Sports

This course will provide an overview of how dispute resolution processes are used in the world of sports. This course aims to give students a basic overview of the various areas of dispute resolution that occurs in sports. In addition to regular readings and discussions, there will be interactive simulation exercises to expose students to the various dispute resolution processes in sports. Students will learn about the negotiations, mediations, and arbitrations that take place in professional, Olympic, and collegiate sports. Students will also develop an understanding of how to apply the World Anti-Doping Code to the athlete's case, as well as the basics of how labor law, antitrust law, and contract law apply to sports dispute resolution. PRE-REQUISITES/RESTRICTIONS: LITARB 670 Negotiation is recommended, but not required.

Catalog Number: LITARB 626

Additional Course Information: Lit/Arb Concentration Elective, Professional Writing


Course History

Fall 2023
Title: Dispute Resolution in Sports
Faculty: Gandert, Daniel (courses | profile)
Section: 1     Credits: 2.0
Capacity: 25     Actual: 25

Fall 2022
Title: Dispute Resolution in Sports
Faculty: Gandert, Daniel (courses | profile)
Section: 1     Credits: 2.0
Capacity: 25     Actual: 25

Fall 2021
Title: Dispute Resolution in Sports
Faculty: Gandert, Daniel (courses | profile)
Section: 1     Credits: 2.0
Capacity: 25     Actual: 22