INTRODUCTION
IN A NUTSHELL
Our Master of Laws (LL.M) in International Business Law is designed for both law and non-law graduates to enhance your academic legal knowledge of business organisations and business practice. The programme immerses you in the more detailed aspects of business law, as well as developing broadly applicable research and other transferable skills.
Our internationally recognised Masters programme focuses on developing an in-depth knowledge of International Business Law and can open pathways to careers in Business, Academia, Law, Politics, Compliance, International Relations and more.
This programme is designed to put legal business practices into the context of the global marketplace, giving those already working in industry the knowledge and skills to further their career within international corporations, legal practice and many more areas such as regulation and compliance.
- Study this specialist area that places law within the strategic context of international trade
- Benefit from the links of a Business School based in the dynamic Greater Manchester business community
- September and January start dates fit with your life priorities
- Beautiful campus just minutes from Manchester city centre
- Focus on the digital, ethical and sustainability business challenges of the 21st century.
You will:
- Explore key areas of international business law
- Consider the fundamental legal concepts that characterise international corporate identity and activity
- Develop your knowledge and understanding of the role of law in international business transactions
- Look at how international trade and investment law influences a firm’s strategy and its international business operations
ALL ABOUTTHE COURSE
To make this programme accessible for all, this course has 2 entry points per year.
6 of the 15-credit modules, 6-week-long modules below will be studied in varying sequences depending on your start date with 2 of the modules running simultaneously over the 6-week period. The 30-credit modules will be delivered stand-alone over a 6-week period. There are 6 hours of teaching per week on 30-credit modules and 4 hours of teaching per week on 15-credit modules. Throughout the course, you will also undertake substantial independent study.
Upon successful completion of the first 120 credits (PGDIP), you will progress onto the default final 60 credits of the course where you will develop and apply the skills and knowledge required to undertake an international consultancy project on behalf of a client firm. Alternative options for the default final 60 credits of the course are either a 3-month internship or 9-12 month placement. Should you secure an internship or placement for the final 60 credits of the course, you will attend an additional series of lectures to support you as you prepare for your work-based option.
This module provides you with an advanced knowledge and understanding of the role of law in the sphere of international business transactions. Throughout the module, you will concentrate on law applicable to international agreements and their negotiation and develop a range of skills in problem solving, negotiation, time management and communication.
MODULES
International Corporate Law and Governance
International Strategic Management
International Law of the Sale of Goods
WHAT WILL I BE DOING?
TEACHING
International student? Returning to study? Making the leap from undergraduate study? Whatever your circumstance, we will support you to move into postgraduate study. Find out more.
ASSESSMENT
This course’s teaching and learning strategies are based on the following principles:
- Global thinking
- Ethical, responsible and sustainable practice
- Professional competence
- Fostering the next generation of leaders by integrating people, values and the digital in order to meet the challenges and opportunities of a sustainable future
Lectures will introduce and explain key concepts and learning points and will be interactive in encouraging you to ask questions, engage in discussion and offer examples from your own personal and professional experiences
Seminars and workshops will provide you with the opportunity to apply and reflect upon the knowledge gained in lectures to a range of scenarios, enabling you to develop your critical thinking and problem solving and to receive tutor feedback. Seminars may also include the use of simulations and skills development courses that have micro-certification where available.
WHY CHOOSE SALFORD BUSINESS SCHOOL?
Salford Business School aims to foster the next generation of leaders and create a new vision of innovative and entrepreneurial leadership. We are integrated into the local business community as a hub for knowledge creation and exchange.
This means that our teaching is highly practical and your learning is informed by our industry partners. Every postgraduate course includes a work placement or work experience project in the UK or internationally so you can put your learning into practice before you graduate. We are proud that our industry collaborations and partnerships benefit students, businesses and the community.
With multiple start points for our degrees, you can choose when to start your studies so that they fit with your life priorities. We want you to succeed in your studies and in your profession so we provide the support you need to achieve your aims.
Our goal is to prepare you for a fulfilling life and professional career. Along the way, you’ll learn to be curious, adaptable and confident, ready to meet the digital, ethical and sustainability challenges of the 21st century.
Is Business a Science or an Art?
At Salford Business School, our postgraduate degree award is the Masters of Science (MSc) to reflect our approach to business knowledge. We believe that business decisions should be data-driven and evidence-based – even when the outputs are innovative and creative.
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