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LLM - Master of Laws
London Moorgate
Full Time
FEB-25
12 months
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LLM - Master of Laws
The University of Law (Hong Kong)
Full Time
FEB-25
12 months
LLM - Master of Laws
Manchester centre
Full Time
FEB-25
12 months
LLM - Master of Laws
London Moorgate
Full Time
FEB-25
12 months
LLM - Master of Laws
The University of Law (Hong Kong)
Part Time
FEB-25
24 months
LLM - Master of Laws
Manchester centre
Part Time
FEB-25
24 months
LLM - Master of Laws
London Moorgate
Part Time
FEB-25
24 months
LLM - Master of Laws
The University of Law (including De Broc School of Business)
Online
FEB-25
12 months
LLM - Master of Laws
The University of Law (including De Broc School of Business)
Online
FEB-25
24 months
LLM - Master of Laws
Online - The University of Law Hong Kong
Online
FEB-25
12 months
LLM - Master of Laws
Online - The University of Law Hong Kong
Online
FEB-25
24 months
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A Master of Laws (LLM) is a postgraduate degree designed to enhance your academic legal knowledge, particularly focusing on specific areas of interest. Specially designed for law and non-law graduates who want to gain a Master’s qualification in law, this course focuses specifically on developing an in-depth knowledge of Corporate Governance in Practice. If you are interested in developing your skillset to enhance your understanding of how the mechanisms, relations and process of corporations impact how they function and operate, then this course is a great way to boost your experience and give you the tools to achieve your career ambitions.
Course Details
This course has been developed to explore in detail the types of rules, policies and controls put in place to determine the behaviour of a corporation, and the intended outcome of those measures. It covers areas such as models of corporate governance, classification of systems and the impact of the global financial crisis. It will also cover the role of the company secretary, the board of directors, the relationship between the board and its shareholders, disclosure and accountability. Taking a practical look at how to identify, set and uphold a corporate governance means that you will be able to enrich your understanding and skillset in this area, with the support of experienced practitioners who can demonstrate real-life examples to contextualise what you learn.
When you study the LLM Corporate Governance with us you will:
The award-linked module for this programme (Corporate Governance in Practice) will also cover the role of the company secretary, the board of directors, the relationship between the board and its shareholders, disclosure and accountability to give you an all-encompassing insight into the mechanics of corporate operation. The aim of this module is to put corporate governance in context, enabling you to learn how to apply complex theoretical concepts to real world client situations.
In addition to a general induction to the programme, there is a two-week induction covering the Key Principles of the English Legal System. This is compulsory for non-law students, but also open to law students wanting a refresher in the fundamentals of the law of England and Wales. This would be useful for any student who has taken a considerable break from legal education.
To help prepare you for your dissertation you’ll study a range of compulsory and further optional Research Methods Training sessions in your first terms.
Assessment
Modules are assessed by a three hour unseen written examination or 4,500 word coursework assignment.
Attendance at one of our UK campuses (or an approved overseas centre by prior arrangement) is required for all examinations, including for online study.
The default campus location for online study is London.
Students should possess a UK bachelor’s degree in any subject at 2:2 or above or equivalent qualifications. Non-law students must complete a compulsory two week induction covering the Key Principles of the English Legal System, unless they can evidence the successful completion of an LLB (or equivalent) or a minimum of 3 legal modules worth at least 80 QCF credits, which must include - English Legal System, Contract Law and Law of Tort.
Students living in
Domestic
£12,500 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£17,500 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£17,500 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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