The 10th Anniversary
IBA-VIAC CDRC Mediation & Negotiation Competition
CDRC 2025
Vienna
University of Vienna
Juridicum
Since 2015
Timeline
Roadmap
Success
Count down to the IBA-VIAC CDRC 2024 and don’t miss a beat!
We understand that success is built on a strong foundation and careful planning. Our carefully crafted timeline leading up to the IBA-IVAC CDRC is not just about dates; it’s about the value each step adds to your journey.
From the moment registration opens, you embark on a transformative path. It’s a journey of preparation, learning, and growth. With each step you take, you move closer to gaining essential skills, connect with experts, and build connections that last a lifetime. As you progress through our selection process, and with your selection and preparation for the CDRC Vienna 2024, you are shaping your future in dispute resolution.
The timeline isn’t just a simple countdown. It is your roadmap to success. Embrace it, and let it be your guide to excellence!
10th Anniversary CDRC Vienna 2025 Program
| Times to be confirmed | 3rd IBA-VIAC CDRC Vienna Pre-Competition Conference [link to conference webpage] |
| Times to be confirmed | Assessor Training (in person) |
| Times to be confirmed | Reception (TBC) |
| 10:15 am -12:15 pm | CDRC Vienna Mediation MasterClass |
| 1 pm – 2 pm | Opening of the CDRC Vienna 2025 |
| 2 pm – 5:15 pm | Preliminary Round 1 A |
| 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | Networking Events (TBC) |
| 8 am – 11:15 am | Preliminary Round 1 B |
| 11:30 am – 2:45 pm | Preliminary Round 2 A |
| 3:00 pm – 6:15 pm | Preliminary Round 2 B |
| 7:30 pm – 10 pm | Networking Events (TBC) |
| 8 am – 11:15 am | Preliminary Round 3 A |
| 11:30 am – 2:45 pm | Preliminary Round 3 B |
| 3:00 pm – 6:15 pm | Preliminary Round 4 A |
| 6:30 pm – 10 pm | The CDRC Vienna 2025 10th Anniversary Reception, Arcaden, The University of Vienna |
| 9 am – 12:15 am | Preliminary Round 4 A |
| 1:30 pm | Announcement Quarterfinals |
| 2 pm – 5:15 pm | Quarterfinals |
| 6 pm | Announcement Semifinals |
| 6:30 pm – 10 pm | Networking Events (TBC) |
| 9 am – 12:15 am | Semifinals |
| 1:30 pm | Announcement Final |
| 2 pm – 5:15 pm | Final |
| 6:30 pm – 10 pm | The CDRC Vienna Awards Ceremony |
| 9 pm – late | It’s Not Over… The CDRC Awards Afterparty |
Download our Program Here.
This is a tentative Program. Details will be added in due course. The Program for the CDRC Vienna 2025 remains subject to change without prior notice.
CDRC Vienna 2025 Supporters
CDRC Vienna 2025 Timeline
Announcement of the CDRC Vienna 2025
It’s time to set your sights on a week that promises to be nothing short of exhilarating! The much-anticipated IBA-VIAC Mediation & Negotiation Competition is returning in 2025, and we’re thrilled to share the dates with you:
Thursday, 10 July 2025 – Tuesday, 15 July 2025.
Applications are Open
The Mediator Teams, Negotiator Teams, and Assessors applications for the CDRC Vienna 2025 open on 1 November 2025. Find all you need for your application on our website:
- For Mediator Teams.
- For Negotiators Teams.
- For Assessors.
- For Volunteers.
All applications have closed for 2025.
Applications for Teams Close
The Mediator and Negotiator Teams must submit their applications to compete in the CDRC Vienna 2025 electronically and no later than 31 January 2025, 23:59 CET. Late submissions can not be taken into consideration.
Applications for Expert Assessors Close
Expert Assessors must submit their applications to assess at the CDRC Vienna 2025 electronically no later than 14 February 2025, 23:59 CET. Late submissions can not be taken into consideration.
Announcement Selected Teams
The selected Mediator and Negotiator Teams have been invited and registrations are now proceeding.
Announcement Selected Assessors
The selected Expert Assessors and the participants of our new Pathway Program have now been called to the CDRC Vienna 2025.
3rd IBA-VIAC CDRC Pre-Moot Conference 2025
Join us for the 3rd IBA-VIAC CDRC Pre-Moot Conference. It will take place on 10 July 2025. The format, topics, and speakers will be announced in due course. Please also refer to our dedicated 3rd CDRC Pre-Moot Conference (to be switched live soon).
10th Anniversary IBA-VIAC CDRC Vienna Mediation & Negotiation Competition
From Friday, 11 July 2025, to Tuesday, 15 July 2025, the celebratory 10th CDRC Vienna will take place at the Juridicum of the University of Vienna.
The Final Awards Reception
Join us to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students, assessors, and volunteers!