LLM International Business Law is a course for graduates of any discipline which aims to nurture critically aware and professionally adept future global citizens with a strong understanding of international business law.

The LLM International Business Law course provides an exciting opportunity to build specialist knowledge of the legal aspects of business dealings that cross a border. You will explore the legal regulation of international business, considering the perspectives of traders, corporations, individuals, and entrepreneurs. You will examine business models that cross a border and how commercial legal disputes can be resolved when a commercial agreement involves multiple parties from different jurisdictions. You will consider complex questions that arise internationally on the legal aspects of digital business models and data.

There will also be opportunity to understand the role of artificial intelligence in relation to laws that operate jurisdictionally and internationally that have an impact on business and professional practice. Consideration of contemporary issues relating to technology, law, algorithms, and ethics will also be covered during the course.

Employability
The University’s Employability Framework is embedded throughout the course. Modules are assessed through authentic assessment to ensure transferable skills are assessed. There is an emphasis on independent study and work-readiness with a choice of a placement in a work setting or a dissertation in the third semester, with the added option to continue a longer placement thereafter.

The LLM International Business Law course provides you with skills and expertise that translates into many professional roles. The diverse range of career opportunities available after completion of the course is a distinctive feature of the course. Relevant career options include work in compliance, sales, banking, human resources, and education.

We have had many graduates go on to undertake work in the legal industry as well as work in high-level positions in business and business management. Others have decided to pursue research careers by undertaking doctoral study.