Business and Corporate Law

Overview

Key Program Features

• Available courses highlight practical as well as theoretical knowledge, and focus on a wide range of subjects that impact business transactions in the U.S. and around the world

• Common subjects include taxation, labor and employment, corporate finance, intellectual property and international transactions

• Creating an individualized combination of approved electives and other courses allows candidates to design a program that best suits their professional interests

Program Timeline

• Students may begin the Business and Corporate Law program at University of San Diego in the Fall, Spring or Summer term (Summer option is only for part-time applicants)

• Candidates may complete the degree requirements in as little as 1 year, or may take up to 4 years

• Full-time (9 or more credits) and part-time (8 or fewer credits) options are available

• Coursework is offered in both the day and evening to accommodate different student needs

Career Advancement

• Candidates work closely with the Director to design a program that fulfills not only the degree requirements, but also the attorney's professional goals

• The Office of Career and Professional Development offers individualized career counseling appointments, as well as many other resources ranging from networking events to information about specific job opportunities

• Alumni of this program practice in numerous areas, including as corporate counsel and as attorneys in fields as diverse as biotech, retirement planning, international business transactions and general corporate law