Dual degree Bachelor of Management / Bachelor of Laws
Program Overview
The BMgt/LLB dual degree program combines business and law studies, allowing students to pursue careers in both fields. Students complete general management courses at the University of Lethbridge, followed by law courses at Bond University in Australia, and return to Lethbridge to finish their business degree. The program provides a comprehensive understanding of legal and business concepts, preparing graduates for a wide range of career paths in law and business.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Program Overview:
The five-year dual degree Bachelor of Management / Bachelor of Laws (BMgt/LLB) is a partnership between the University of Lethbridge and Bond University, in Queensland, Australia. The program allows students to combine their passion for business and law into a single career path.
Objectives:
The program aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of both business and law and to prepare them for careers in a variety of legal and business fields.
Description:
During the first two years, students will complete their general management major course requirements at ULethbridge, (20 courses or 60.0 credit hours). Upon successful completion of their BMgt course requirements, (20 courses or 60.0 credit hours, minimum), with Good Standing at ULethbridge, students are eligible to apply to Bond University for the LLB portion of the dual degree, (equivalent of 24 courses or 72.0 credit hours), and subsequently return to complete an additional 10 courses (30.0 credit hours) at the University of Lethbridge to complete the B.Mgt. program requirements.
Outline:
Program Content:
The BMgt/LLB program is a five-year, full-time program that includes the following components:
Year 1-2:
- Students will complete general management major course requirements (20 courses) at ULethbridge.
Year 3-4:
- Students will study at Bond University's Gold Coast campus and take the following courses (equivalent of 24 courses):
- Introduction to Law
- Criminal Law
- Torts
- Constitutional Law
- Property Law
- Contract Law
- Evidence
- Civil Procedure
- Commercial Law
- Equity and Trusts
- Legal Ethics
- Legal Practice
Year 5:
- Students will return to ULethbridge and take 10 additional courses (30.0 credit hours) to complete the following:
- Business Law
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- International Business Law
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
The program will be assessed using various methods such as examinations (written, oral), assignments (written, case studies, presentations), quizzes, and class participation.
Criteria:
The assessment criteria will include the following:
- Understanding of the relevant legal and business concepts.
- Ability to apply legal and business knowledge to practical situations.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats.
- Critical thinking skills.
- Research skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
The program will be taught using a variety of methods such as lectures, tutorials, simulations, case studies, and online resources.
Faculty:
The program will be taught by a team of experienced and qualified faculty members from both the University of Lethbridge and Bond University.
Unique Approaches:
The program offers a unique opportunity for students to study business and law in two different countries and to gain exposure to different legal systems and business practices.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
The BMgt/LLB program prepares graduates for a wide range of career paths in both the legal and business fields. Some potential career paths include:
- General practice lawyer
- Securities lawyer
- Employment lawyer
- Legal executive
- Trademark attorney
- Advocate
- Contract manager
- International diplomat
- General counsel
- Bargaining and negotiations consultant
- Contract manager
- Corporate litigation
- Compliance
- Intellectual property analyst
- Management consultant
- Mergers and acquisitions consultant
- Policy analyst
- Judge
- Mediator
