LLM International Business and Commercial Law
Program Overview
The University of Manchester's LLM International Business and Commercial Law provides a deep understanding of international business laws, enabling students to navigate the legal complexities of global trade, investment, and dispute resolution. It prepares professionals for careers in corporate and commercial law, such as international trade lawyers, investment lawyers, and corporate and commercial attorneys. Taught by experts in the field, the program offers flexibility for specialization or a general approach.
Program Outline
The program also aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career in corporate and commercial law.
Careers:
The program prepares students for a variety of careers in corporate and commercial law, including:
- International trade lawyer: Advising clients on international trade agreements, tariffs, and customs regulations.
- International investment lawyer: Advising clients on foreign direct investment, cross-border mergers and acquisitions, and international arbitration.
- Corporate lawyer: Advising companies on a range of legal matters, including corporate governance, contracts, and intellectual property.
- Commercial lawyer: Advising businesses on a range of legal matters, including contracts, sales, and distribution.
Other:
The program is taught by experienced academics and practitioners who are experts in their field. The program also offers students the opportunity to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, such as moot courts and legal clinics. The program is designed to be flexible and can be tailored to meet the individual needs of students. Students can choose to specialize in a particular area of international business and commercial law, or they can take a more general approach. The program is taught in English and is open to students from all over the world.
- LLM (full-time)UK students (per annum): £15,500
- International, including EU, students (per annum): £28,500
Entry Requirements:
We require a UK bachelor's degree with a First or Upper Second (2.1) classification or the overseas equivalent in Law. Candidates should demonstrate a strong background in Law modules relevant to the course, including Public Law and Contract Law and achieve scores of 2.1 or above in relevant modules. When assessing your academic record, we consider the grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification.
