About the Award
Supported by the Singapore Mediation Centre, the Prize aims to motivate exceptional student talents from the Bachelor of Laws and Juris Doctor programmes offered by the Yong Pung How School of Law (YPHSL) at the Singapore Management University, and spur them to greater heights of academic excellence. It seeks to provide recognition for the top student in Professional Mediation Skills.
The Prize will be presented at a University-level event.
Eligibility Criteria
The Prize will be given to the top performing law student in the Professional Mediation Skills course, an elective offered by YPHSL.
The Prize will only be given if there is a candidate of sufficient merit.
Benefits
Certificate and $1,500 Cash Prize
Application
The recipient will be determined by YPHSL.
Enquiries
Centre for Student Financial Assistance
Office of Admissions and Financial Assistance
Email: finasst@smu.edu.sg
About the donor
Established in 1997, the Singapore Mediation Centre (SMC) pioneered the use of mediation as the mainstream mechanism for dispute resolution, as well as training in negotiation and conflict management. Today, SMC offers a suite of alternative dispute resolution services which brings clarity and objectivity to complex situations. Through our panel of professional mediators with legal and industry expertise, SMC is well-placed to manage difficult negotiations and unlock standstills for businesses by providing cost effective and timely solutions. At SMC, our vision is to help all businesses fully appreciate the value of mediation as a strategic risk-management tool that they can count on in commercial dealings.
