The Corporate Governance and Law LLM at the University of Portsmouth equips you with the specialist knowledge and understanding of corporate governance, risk management, compliance, and liability essential for maximising your career potential. In today's business environment, robust corporate governance is fundamental to performance and accountability, leading to high demand for skilled professionals across all industry sectors. This Master in Laws degree is designed for both law and non-law graduates, providing the legal foundations needed to make informed decisions and apply critical skills effectively in the workplace, ensuring you are well-prepared for a successful career upon graduation.
You will study this postgraduate degree full-time on campus over one year, engaging with core modules such as Company Compliance and Administration, Corporate Law and Governance, and Interpreting Financial and Accounting Information, alongside optional subjects like Data Protection Law and Policy or a Corporate Case Study. The curriculum emphasizes practical application, culminating in a choice between a Legal Dissertation or a Corporate Case Study, allowing you to delve deeply into a specific area of interest. Upon completion, you will be eligible for the Grad.CG qualification from the Chartered Governance Institute UK and Ireland (CGI), opening pathways to roles in company secretarial practice, compliance, and corporate law.