LLM Chinese Investment and Business Law

The LLM in Chinese Investment and Business Law offers students an opportunity to gain practical knowledge and skills relating to the conduct of business and investment in China. Students are required to take both the module on Chinese Business law and the module on Chinese Investment and Finance Law, and write a dissertation on Chinese business or financial law and practice. Given the importance of the Chinese economy this programme has been designed for those anticipating a practice that will involve dealing with Chinese financial institutions, investors and the operation of businesses in China. No knowledge of mandarin is required.

Key Information

•Taught by those actually involved in Chinese business and investment law with practical experience
•Interact with a mix of academics, judicial officers and practitioners from different legal systems
•Opportunity to get involved in our award-wining Pro Bono Centre offering legal advice
•Develop a deep understanding of how the Chinese law works in practice in China
•Participate in international symposia on trans-national legal issues

Gain an LLM in Chinese Investment and Business Law

The LLM in Chinese Investment and Business Law has been designed by practitioners essentially for practitioners or those intending to enter the business and investment arena of China. Therefore in considering applications we will take account of any relevant practical experience that candidates have had.

This programme has been carefully designed to offer you the opportunity not only to engage in advanced study of the relevant area but also acquire skills that you will find useful in practice.

The programme addresses particular areas of Chinese law that are necessarily important in being able to advise on Chinese investment and business activities.

It is not necessary for students to have any familiarity with the Chinese language, written or spoken. The course is taught by lecturers who have practised in China and have practical knowledge and experience of the relevant issues.

Is this programme right for me?

The LLM Chinese Investment and Business Law Masters degree is particularly suited for those intending to work within Chinese Investment and Business Law, including:

Law graduates intending to work in Chinese Investment and Business law environment ? Barristers or solicitors in private practice or in-house lawyers who wish to specialise in or increase their knowledge of Chinese Investment and Business Law ? Those already in an Chinese Investment and Business commercial practice who want a deeper understanding of this area of law

How will I be taught?

To ensure you get the most from your study, modules are taught with a mix of lectures and small group seminars, supported by comprehensive online material. Our lecturers are experts in their relevant subject areas, many having international reputations and current practical experience.

You will receive excellent teaching and support, and will be encouraged to research and study independently with the support of your personal tutor, and when it comes to your dissertation a dedicated supervisor.

Comprehensive learning material can be accessed anytime, anywhere via our virtual learning environment. Most lectures are also available on MP3 and MP4 files.

How the programme is structured

You can choose to study one year full-time or two years part-time, with the option of two starts in 2013; May 2013, October 2013 and January 2014.