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Qualification
LLM - Master of Laws
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Location
Keele University
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
21-SEP-26
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Duration
1 Year
Course summary
Join an exciting programme at the forefront of public debate and discover the key influences of international commercial and business law. Consider the importance of responsible business conduct and financial markets, as well as the complexities of international sales and the impacts of pandemics on the global economy. Our LLM investigates the principles of public international law, international business and commercial law in the context of trade and investment, allowing you to explore its dominance across transnational corporations, states, intergovernmental institutions, NGOS and individuals. You'll become equipped with core transferable skills applicable to governmental, non-governmental or private sector roles to become prepared for potential careers in law, civil services and business.From international sales to corporate social responsibility, advance your career with an LLM at Keele that specialises in contemporary issues within political, economical and social contexts. Our LLM aims to equip you with a solid grounding of theoretical knowledge in the field of international commercial and business law. We adopt an interdisciplinary approach, enabling you to benefit from teaching in the School of Law, Keele Business School and the Language Centre through compulsory and optional module choice.Our programme offers critical insight into the nature, function and development of public international law, including institutions and sources to evaluate international law as a distinct legal system. Consider how businesses operate across borders, looking into the economic, political, and technological forces driving globalisation and their impact on business strategies. You will also gain an understanding of the principles and theories of world trade law, investment law and transnational commercial law to analyse the complexities of international sales, corporate responsibility and development.We prepare you to study the legal and regulatory regimes governing responsible international business, cross-border economic activity, trade, investment and the challenges of international dispute resolution. This preparation will demonstrate your systematic knowledge and analytical thinking. These are valuable skills, applicable to a range of different careers where you will be able to demonstrate your awareness of current issues and new insights across the field of international commercial and business law.With several industries tackling complex issues of transnational law, you will become high in demand across sectors such as governments, NGO's, businesses and law firms as well as international institutions that require professional expertise, with a global perspective.Duration of study: Full time - 1 year full-time, or up to 2 years with Placement, Part time - 2 years, Modular - Up to 5 years.
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Keele University
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