Our Organisation

Welcome to MIArb

Exceptional Leaders Shaping Arbitration
Excellence Since 1991

Established in 1991, the Malaysian Institute of Arbitrators (MIArb) is a distinguished institution committed to advancing dispute resolution through arbitration, promoting its use as a reliable and effective means. MIArb's arbitrator panel, comprising highly qualified individuals from diverse professional backgrounds, ensures specialized expertise in industries such as construction, engineering, finance, law, insurance, and manufacturing. Evolving beyond arbitration, MIArb embraces alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods like mediation and adjudication, supported by comprehensive Arbitration and Mediation Rules. With a rich history of educating the public and training members in ADR, MIArb offers assessment courses for Fellows, fostering a community of skilled professionals. The institute's collaborative partnerships with local and international ADR institutions, industry associations, and academic centers aim to raise awareness, share knowledge, and expand ADR adoption. Actively engaged in ADR law reform, MIArb operates as a non-profit and non-governmental organization, standing as a beacon of excellence, integrity, and collaboration in alternative dispute resolution, shaping a future where disputes are resolved efficiently and equitably, fostering a culture of harmony and understanding.

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OUR MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES

Discover the diverse membership tiers
offered by MIArb

MIArb offers four membership categories: Associates, Members, Fellows, and Affiliate. Fellows, the highest tier, include retired judges and experienced arbitrators, while Members encompass professionals from various disciplines. Our diverse community ranges from architects to lawyers, with designations FMIArb, MMIArb, and AMIArb for Fellows, Members, and Associates respectively.

Associates shall be elected by Council and every candidate for election shall fulfill the following conditions

Members shall be elected by the Council and every candidate for election shall fulfill the following conditions

Fellows shall be elected by the Council and every candidate for election shall fulfill the following conditions

Any graduate, undergraduate or person who is unable to qualify as an Associate under the conditions stipulated in following Associate category

Unlocking Opportunities!

Our benefits list
Unlocking Opportunities with our
Professional Diploma in International Arbitration

Gain expertise in commercial arbitration, elevate employability, expand professional networks, and benefit from expert instruction by a global faculty.

  • Acquire expertise in commercial arbitration, spanning Malaysian laws and ICC regulations across 200+ nations.

  • Boost career opportunities in sectors like Construction, Oil & Gas, and International Trade & Commodities, where arbitration skills are valued.

  • Enhance employability with specialized training in international arbitration, enriching existing qualifications.

  • Extend professional connections across diverse industries, fostering collaboration in dispute resolution.

  • Access expert guidance from a global faculty of subject matter experts, practitioners, and academics, ensuring high-quality learning aligned with industry standards.

News & Events

Latest News & Articles
From the Blog


News
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1 MIArb 32nd Annual General Meeting 2024/2025
2 MIArb Newsletter 01/2024
3 MIArb - Notice of Annual Subscription 2024 and Exemption from Payment of Annual Subscription
4 MIArb Office-Bearers and Council Members for Term 2023/2025
5 MIArb - Notice of Annual Subscription 2023 and Exemption from Payment of Annual Subscription


Events
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1 Arbitration 101 Practice and Procedure
2 MIArb: YOGA & MINGLE
3 WOMEN IN ARBITRATION: HOW FAR HAVE WE COME & WHAT CAN WE DO FOR THE FUTURE
4 THE JONATHAN YOON DEBATE SERIES
5 SCL Malaysia's Annual Construction Law Review