Highlights
Tuition fee
14000 EUR / year
14000 EUR / year
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Tuition fee
14000 EUR / year
14000 EUR / year
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Duration
12 months
Duration
12 months
Apply date
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Start date
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Campus location
Lisbon, Portugal
Campus location
Lisbon, Portugal
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

This LL.M. in International Business Law at Catholic University of Portugal is one of the few programmes specifically designed for those attorneys who seek to develop a professional career in international business law.

Overview

For those who choose the specialization in International Business Law, Católica Global School of Law offers an innovative approach to transnational, Anglo-American and European business law. It covers a wide range of topics, such as contracts, project finance, commercial and investment arbitration, corporate law, securities regulation, EU internal market, and international tax law.

Key features

This is an intensive, advanced LL.M. in International Business Law, directed specifically to those who seek an active and international professional practice of Business Law:

  • It exceeds the expectations and demands of both experienced lawyers, who want to deepen their skills and knowledge, and young associates seeking to enhance their opportunities in an international career;
  • It also provides an environment in which those who seek an academic career can hone their academic skills while specializing in specific areas of law.

Programme Structure

COURSES

  • Algorithms and Financial Markets
  • Blockchain and the Law
  • Common Law Contracts
  • Comparative Company Law and Capital
  • Market Law
  • Comparative Governance of Money
  • Competition Law in a Digital Economy
  • Corporate Law and Economics
  • Corporate Law and Finance
  • Data Protection Law
  • Digital Contracts
  • Digital Taxation
  • European Securities Regulation
  • Fintech
  • Foreign Investment Arbitration
  • Global Law and Digital Technologies
  • Innovation Regulation
  • Intellectual Property and Competition Law
  • Intellectual Property in a Digital Economy
  • International and Comparative Contract Law and the Law of Moveable Property
  • International Commercial Arbitrationand Investment Dispute Resolution
  • International Debt Finance
  • International Trade Law
  • International Tax Planning
  • Internet Law
  • Investment Management
  • Modern Financial Products, Services and Regulation
  • Startup Law
  • Tax Design
  • The Dynamics of EU Institutions Law
  • The Laws of a Sharing Economy
  • Trade Secret Law
  • Transparency and Corruption

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months
  • Part-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English
TOEFL® IBT
100
IELTS
7

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Lisbon, Portugal

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • All LL.M. candidates must have a law degree and professional experience.
  • Preference will be given to candidates with a strong academic record and those with rich professional experience.
  • You may submit your application at any time. 
  • LL.M. applications must be completed with all required documentation. 
  • Successful applicants will be sent a formal offer of admission signed by the LL.M. Director.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    14000 EUR / year
    14000 EUR / year
  • EU/EEA

    EU/EEA Nationals
    14000 EUR / year
    14000 EUR / year

Additional Details

Full-time programme: 1 year 

  • € 15.000 payable in 10 monthly instalments 

Part-time programme: 2 years 

  • € 16.000 payable in 2 instalments

Living costs

Lisbon

Portugal
630 - 1123 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

  • Católica Global School of Law Scholarships

Scholarships may be granted to a limited number of students on the basis of merit.In order to benefit from one scholarship you must apply through as a regular student (gather all the mandatory documents, fill the application form and submit the application through the website, including a letter describing your particular circumstances).

  • ELSA Scholarship

Católica Global School of Law will provide a full scholarship for one ELSA member. The application is to be submitted to Católica Global School of Law directly.In addition to the LL.M. application, you must submit a Motivation Letter to ELSA International explaining why you are the right applicant for the scholarship.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for International Business Law.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mundus MAPP
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Summer courses of Lectures for Institutes of Languages from the University
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based

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Headway
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based

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Moving Mates
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
The Devadoss Law Firm Civil Rights Scholarship
Merit-based

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The Devadoss Law Firm
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 EUR
Deadline
15 May 2026
Study a Master's in Europe Scholarship
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 SEK
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Kreditkortlistan Financial Scholarship
Merit-based

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Enkla Media - Kreditkortlistan
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
CryptoRunner Scholarship

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CryptoRunner
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based

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ACES: The Society for Editing
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest

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Ayn Rand Institute
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2026
Go Global MBA Scholarship
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
Florida Rentals Annual Dream Vacation Scholarship

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Florida Rentals
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
55 GBP
Deadline
18 Jun 2026
IELTS Morgan Terry Memorial IATEFL Scholarship
Merit-based

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based

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PlagiarismSearch
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

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European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
The MyUS Community Scholarship

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MyUS
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
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