The Postgraduate Diploma in International Business Law from Kaplan - University of Essex Online is designed for ambitious professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of global commercial legal frameworks. As international trade and technological advancements accelerate, a robust grasp of supranational responses to globalisation is essential. This programme explores critical areas such as the performance and breach of commercial contracts, the legal instruments governing international trade through the World Trade Organisation, and the mechanisms of international competition law. You will develop advanced legal research skills, preparing you for complex global legal challenges.
This part-time online programme is structured over 16 months, allowing you to balance your studies with professional commitments. You will engage with core modules covering International Business Law, Law of the World Trade Organisation, and International Competition Law, alongside optional modules in Commercial Conflict of Laws, Intellectual Property Law, or International Commercial Arbitration Dispute Resolution. Throughout your studies, you will develop critical thinking and research methodologies. Upon completion, you will be well-equipped to advance your career in international commerce, legal practice, or pursue further postgraduate study, such as an LLM.