Master of Laws (LL.M.) - International Business and Finance Law
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About the Program
WASC Accreditation & WES Recognition
GGU has been accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) since 1959 and it is WES recognized. WASC accredits universities in California and Hawaii, including Stanford, UC Berkeley, and others. WSCUC is nationally recognized by the US Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
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GGU instructors are scholar practitioners with decades of senior level work experience in the San Francisco Bay Area, including major Silicon Valley and Fortune 500 companies.
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- Golden Gate University School of Law is an American law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), the California State Bar, and Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). GGU Law is a member in good standing of the Association of American Law Schools.
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How a US Law School Master’s Degree impacts your career?
The unique advantage of this LLM is that it is open to both law and non-law graduates and therefore caters to both in a practical setting, providing you the opportunity to specialize in the most sought after skills in the business world
Understanding law and business on a global scale is all the more important for those wishing to relocate and build their career in a different country.
LLM will also give you access to connect with people across the globe
By the end of this program, you would have built a network of strong professionals and like-minded individuals.
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Benedetta Faedi Duramy
Colin Crawford
Delaram Farzaneh
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Syllabus
Recommended: 15+ learning content hours per week + 10-12 library & research hours per week
Principles Of International Law In Business Environments
- This course covers key principles of international law applicable to emerging innovations in a business environment and international commercial arbitration.
International Business Transactions And Commercial Contracts
- This course covers the governance of international business transactions and global investments including international secured finance under select international instruments.
Technology, Business & Law
- This course covers the challenges in international business posed by digital innovation and the efforts to regulate the digital economy.
Comparative Business Association Law
- This course provides a comparative overview of business associations in emerging markets and economically developing countries, emphasizing civil law systems.
International Trade Law
- This course covers the emerging challenges the WTO treaty mandates for international trade relations and the WTO dispute settlement system.
International Investment Law
- This course covers international investment law and the protection of international capital movements against sovereign risk imposed by adverse government action.
Comparative And International Issues In Intellectual Property Law
- This course covers different legal regimes that regulate different intellectual property rights and also covers implications in intellectual property disputes.
Dissertation
- The submission of a dissertation between 5,000 to 6,000 words is mandated for the successful completion of the degree.
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Admission Process
There are 3 simple steps in the Admission Process which is detailed below:
Step 1
Submit Application
Complete your application, providing work experience and educational background. The admissions committee will review your application, including all required documentation.
Step 2
Apply for Scholarship
Submit your Statement of Purpose for the GGU program to which you are applying. Upon qualification, you will receive an Official Offer Letter confirming your admission to the course.
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Reserve Your Seat
Reserve your program spot by paying the required program deposit (typically INR25,000) in full by the date specified in your offer letter. Start your educational journey.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Course Eligibility
Who is this program for?
Working professionals who are looking to learn International Business and Finance Law as part of their leadership positions or lawyers who are looking to upskill and earn a Master's Degree.
What is the minimum eligibility for this program?
Bachelor's Degree in any specialization
How do I become eligible for the scholarship? What is the application process?
The scholarship is rolled out based on the academic and professional achievements. Once the application form is submitted with these details, the admission committee reviews the same. If you are admitted into the program, the scholarship that you are eligible for will be mentioned on the offer letter. Please note that admission is provisional until successful verification of supporting documents and completing the payment formalities.
Payment
Will I be able to avail EMI Options of my course fee even after receiving scholarships?
Yes, 70% scholarship available for 5,000 students along with EMI options are available.
How much do I pay to block my seat?
You need to pay INR 25,000 to block your seat.
Refund Policy/Financials
What is the refund policy for this program?
- You may request a refund for the Program at any time before the Cohort Commencement Date by visiting https://www.upgrad.com/ and submitting your refund form via the "My Application" section under your profile. A processing fee of Rs. 10,000 will be charged. Please note that once the Program commences, no refund request will be considered, and any amount paid by the student will not be refunded.
- Requests for refund must be sent via e-mail in the prescribed Refund Request Form. The refund will be processed within 30 working days of the commencement of the program. For refund and deferral policies please refer to this link.
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Are there any fees or down payment?
Certain banks charge nominal processing fees between INR 99 - 500 on 0% Credit Card EMI transactions. If charged will be billed in the first repayment instalment.
Can I use my international credit card for 0% credit EMI or chargeable credit card EMI?
Only Indian bank credit cards can be used. But you can pay the amount using the credit card option in one-shot or part payments and later you can convert it into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions, this will be purely between you and your bank.
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