Business and Law MA (Hons)

Combine the study of business and law to prepare for the social, political and cultural challenges facing contemporary businesses, governments and not-for-profit organisations. There are important connections between the law, in particular in property rights and contracting, and business practices. Our programme reflects the global, dynamic climate of contemporary business and management, offering specialist courses in a range of business and legal subjects with the law component grounded in Scots law and the Scots legal system. You will also be made familiar with the law and legal systems of the other parts of the UK, the European Union and beyond.You will develop the personal and professional competences required to work across a range of roles in contemporary business including:* accountancy and finance* strategy* marketing* human resource management* data analytics* entrepreneurship and innovationTaught by world-leading industry professionals and researchers, you can specialise in areas of business such as:* Global Business* Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation* Eco Innovation* Future of Work* Theories and Techniques of PersuasionYou also have the option of studying abroad in the third year at one of our international partner institutions.**Environment for learning**We offer a supportive and encouraging environment where you can grow and develop. Our student experience team offer an extensive range of pastoral and professional provision to support you on your undergraduate journey.We provide many and varied opportunities for you to engage in co- and extra-curricular activities. Our dedicated Student Development Team can help you develop a range of essential business graduate competencies.**Further development opportunities**You may take undergraduate Edinburgh Awards supported by an alumni professional mentor and trained coaches:* Personal and Professional Development (Year 2)* Effective and Responsible Leadership (Year 3 or 4)You can also participate in a large number of business societies, business events and peer-support schemes.