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Master of Arts, Business Law in Corporate & Finance Law from India's # 1 Law School** - Jindal Global University (JGU)
**Source: QS World University Rankings 2021.
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FormatA Grade by NAAC Institute of Eminence by UGC.E-learning excellence from QS IGAUGE
University Credentials12 months
DurationComing Soon
Program Start DateDec 31, 2020
Last Date for Admissions20 learning content hours + 5-7 library & research hours
Learning Hours Per WeekProgram Overview
Key Highlights
Learn from JGU - India's #1 Law School, as per the QS World University Ranking 2021
First-of-its-kind MA BL through Blended Learning, for working professionals
MA BL Degree from JGU
Triple Alumni status from JGU, JGLS & upGrad
World Class Faculty Members & Industry Experts
Cutting Edge Curriculum, for the next generation law professionals
Dissertation and other industry case studies.
Base Camps for Networking
upGrad 360-Degree Career Support
The launch of India’s First Online LL.M. Program in Corporate & Financial Law by Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) is a historic and pioneering initiative.
- Prof. (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar, Founding Vice Chancellor - JGU, Founding Dean - JGLS.
Syllabus
Best in-class content by leading faculty and industry leaders in the form of videos, live sessions, industry case studies and projects.
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Top Subjects You Will Learn
Fundamentals of Law and Legal Systems, Contractual Obligatioview more
Job Opportunities
Aspirational profiles and roles in top notch Corporate Firmsview more
Who Is This Program For?
Litigation Professionals, Legal Professionals working in Lawview more
Minimum Eligibility
Bachelor's degree in any field and final year students can aview more
Empowering learners of tomorrow
Over 2,300 students have completed this course and started working at their dream job, whats stopping you?
Instructors
Learn from leading law faculty members and industry leaders worldwide.
Maneka Nair Sastharam
Assistant Professor of Legal Practice
Ishupal Singh Kang
Lecturer
Deborshi Barat
Assistant Professor
Sakshat Bansal
Assistant Professor
Arjya Majumdar
Professor & Dean, Admissions & Outreach
Divyangana Dhankar
Assistant Professor of Legal Practice
Amar Sundram
Adjunct Professor & Professional Consultant
Sachin Sathyarajan
Lecturer
Ashwin Mishra
Assistant Professor
Syllabus
Best-in-class content by leading faculty and industry leaders in the form of videos, case studies and projects, assignments and live sessions
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10+
Industry Case Studies8+
Weeks Long - Dissertation Project90+
Hours Live Sessions24
Total CreditsAdvanced Company Law
4 Weeks
0 Assignment
- Corporate Governance, Director & Promoter Liability
- Due Diligence, Public Offerings & Corporate Takeovers
- Insider Trading, Fraudulent & Unfair Trade Practices
- Case Studies on Oppression & Mismanagement
- Case Studies on Corporate Restructuring
A Practitioner’s Approach to Competition Law in India
4 Weeks
0 Assignment
- Relevant Product & Geographical Market
- Anti-competitive Horizontal & Vertical Agreements
- Dominance and Abuse
- Competition Law in the Digital Economy
- Competitive Dimensions of M&A
Legal Research Methodology
6 Weeks
0 Assignments
- Legal Research & Writing
- The Legal System: Foundations, Institutions & Processes
- Statutory Law & Interpretation
- Case Law & Precedents
- Judicial Public Policy Making: Common Law & Judicial Activism
- Research in a Law Firm: Due Diligence, Memos & Advices
Law and Justice in the Globalizing World
6 Weeks
0 Assignments
- Globalisation and its Effects on the Development of International Commercial & Economic Law
- Challenges of Globalisation to Law & Justice
- Formulation & Settlement of Transnational Norms & Practices
- Individual Rights vis-à-vis Free Market Principles & State Capitalism
Comparative Public Law
6 Weeks
0 Assignment
- Promoter-driven Company Ownership versus Dispersed Shareholding
- Cross-border Investment & Investor Protection vis-à-vis State
- Anti-corruption, Anti-bribery statutes & Governance norms
- Rules for Gender Diversity & Inclusive Corporate Leadership
- Corporate Scams and their Global Recessionary Impact
- Corporate Criminal Liability & Human Rights
Mergers, Acquisitions, and Private Equity
4 Weeks
0 Assignment
- Types of M&A, Structuring M&A transactions, Due Diligence, and Mitigating M&A risk
- Term Sheets, Share Transfer Agreements, Share Subscription Agreements, Share Holder Agreements
- Cross Border M&A
- Public M&A
- PIPE deals
Commercial Contract Drafting
4 Weeks
0 Assignment
- Structure of a Contract
- Contractual clauses: Covenants & Conditions, Representations & Warranties, Terminations & Remedies
- Boilerplate Language & Provisions
- Contract interpretations
Law of Banking and Finance
4 Weeks
0 Assignment
- Evolution & Framework of India’s Financial System
- Principles Governing Corporate Debt Finance
- Available routes of Corporate Finance
- Legal aspects of Banking & Financial Transactions
Corporate Insolvency Law
4 Weeks
0 Assignment
- Corporate debt resolution & insolvency process
- Categories of Creditors and their rights in insolvency proceedings
- Insolvency Litigation & stakeholder participation
- Deal-making & debt acquisitions
Dissertation
8 Weeks
0 Assignment
Industry Projects & Other Case Studies
Learn through the industry projects and other case studies, across industries.
- Collaborative projects & case studies with peers
- In-person learning with expert mentors
- Personalised feedback to facilitate improvement
Dissertation
The Dissertation would be conducted under the guidance of a mentor.
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The upGrad Advantage
Strong hand-holding with dedicated support to transform you into Dynamic Lawyers of tomorrow.
Regular 1-on-1 interaction with Industry Experts
- Discussions on career growth and industry expectations
- Feedback on project work and assignments
Dedicated Student Success Mentors
- Help in learning plans ensuring consistent progress
- Resolve non-academic queries for smooth learning experience
Doubt Resolution on Q&A Forums & WhatsApp Groups
- Timely doubt resolution by qualified teachers
- Regular live Q&A sessions with experts
Networking with Industry Experts & Peers
- Live sessions by industry experts on relevant topics
- Interaction with experts and peers in online and offline events translating into new job opportunities
Job Placement Assistance
- Access to job fairs
- Personalised resume building exercise
- Mock interviews with our career mentors
- Opportunity for job interviews with our hiring partners
JGU Alumni Work at
Aspire to work at top law firms and corporates in India and around the world
Admission Process
Step 1
Step 1: Application
Complete and submit your admission application form.
Step 2
Step 2: Entrance Test
Appear for our online entrance test - JSAT-LAW. Scores from other exams like LSAT-India 2020, DU-LLM 2020, CLAT PG 2020 OR LSAT-International 2017,18,19,20 will also be considered.
Step 3
Step 3: Next Rounds
Post completion of the test, shortlisted candidates have to go through further rounds of submitting their SoP, resume and going though a telephonic interview.
Step 4
Step 4: Joining Offer Letter
After successful completion of the previous steps, a joining offer letter will be extended to you.