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
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Bankruptcy
- Contract Drafting
- Corporate Counsel Externship
- Corporate Finance
- Corporate Innovation & Legal Policy
- Corporate Tax
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Business Law Master of Laws (LLM) Corporate Social Responsibility View 211 other Masters in Master of Laws (LLM) in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Apply online through the Law School Admissions Council (LSAC)
- Official Law School Transcript(s)
- Official Law School Class Rank
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Please submit a brief personal statement (1-3 pages) which addresses: the nature and extent of your legal background, other related professional experience, why you will be a successful candidate for this degree, how you plan to make use of your graduate degree, and any additional information you deem important
- Two letters of Recommendation
- International applicants are required to establish English competency through successful completion of an English language test (TOEFL or IELTS)
- Letter of Good Standing
Tuition Fee
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International
58800 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1960 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
58800 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1960 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for San Diego
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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Funding
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