International Business & Economic Law Specialisation

International Business and Economic Law is the law which governs business transactions across national borders. It encompasses trade and investment law, the ways of structuring and financing transnational transactions, and the rapidly globalising legal and economic context for these transactions. These subjects are directly relevant to foreign students looking to practice law or pursue a career in business in their own countries after completing their LL.M.. The focus of the courses is on transnational law and their content is designed to be directly applicable in foreign jurisdictions. The subjects are likewise directly relevant to Australian lawyers working on international transactions. This specialisation will assist Australian lawyers with acquiring the knowledge required to structure and advise upon a range of international trade and business transactions.

Study overseas

Students undertaking the LLM can undertake one semester of study at the University of Lausanne in Switzerland. Lausanne offers instruction in English in the LLM in International and European Economic Law or International and European Commercial Law so this exchange opportunity will be especially suited to students in the International Business and Economic Law specialisation. The courses undertaken at Lausanne will be credited to your UNSW LLM degree. Refer to the University of Lausanne exchange information sheet for further information.