Master of Laws in International Business Law
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Overview
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About the Programme
The Master of Laws in International Business Law meets the current demand for specialist knowledge and skills in a rapidly expanding field. The programme provides you with the opportunity to explore the legal regulation of the world of international business, and you will acquire knowledge and understanding of the aspects of substantive and procedural law.
The programme will also provide you with the opportunity to critically examine different systems of Law at a higher level. The critical analysis skills that you will develop while studying on this programme will enhance your employment opportunities in the legal and business sectors, as well as enabling you to acquire a strong basis for progression to doctoral studies.
The Master of Laws in International Business Law aims to develop your ability in analysing and evaluating the principal features of international business law. You will study the major concepts, values, principles and rules that dictate the discipline. You will communicate complex and abstract ideas in an articulate and confident manner, as well as learning a host of transferrable skills that will stand you in good stead for when it comes to securing employment.
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Master of Laws in International Business Law from Birmingham City University, United Kingdom.
The Master’s Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in the United Kingdom.
Key factsDuration12 monthsIntakesJanuary & JulyCareer OpportunitiesCorporate CounselCustoms and Trade SpecialistInternational ArbitratorInternational Business ConsultantInternational Contract ManagerTrade Compliance ManagerAssessmentA combination of assignments and examinations
Ranking & Accreditation
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Intakes
There are 2 intakes per year.
Commencement- January
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July
Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedules.
Minimum Class Size-
20 students
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, subject to resource availability. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified at least 1 week before the programme commencement date, stated in your student contract with Kaplan, and our consultants will contact you to advise on a backup plan.
Modules
- International Corporate Law
- Transnational Commercial Law
- Corporate Criminality and Tax Evasion
- Advanced Legal Research Methods
- International Intellectual Property Law
- Conflict Resolution in Business
- Dissertation
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Admission CriteriaAcademic Requirements
This Master's Degree programme accepts the following qualifications, which includes:
- A Bachelor’s Degree
- Other qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the University.
English Language Requirements- Applicants are required to meet the University’s English language requirement
https://www.bcu.ac.uk/international/your-application/english-language-and-english-tests/accepted-qualifications
Working Experience- Not applicable
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Fees
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Tuition FeeThe total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures / tutorials / workshops and assessments such as assignments / tests / examinations / projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.
S$23,072.04 payable in 4 instalments
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition Fee of S$25,232.04 minus Education Grant of S$2,160^)Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until 31 December 2023)
S$23,285.67 payable in 4 instalments
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition Fee of S$ 25,465.67 minus Education Grant of S$2,180^)Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)
Receive a S$400 referral fee when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme*.
^The Education Grant and amount specified is exclusive to selected programmes and not transferable to other programmes or another intake of the same programme.
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Non-Refundable Application FeeS$237.60
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until 31 December 2023)S$239.80
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)Student Development FeeS$280.80*
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until 31 December 2023)S$283.40*
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)*Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.
Mode of PaymentClick here to learn about available payment modes.
GSTAll fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate. The prevailing GST rate until 31 December 2022 is 7%. From 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023, the GST rate will increase to 8%. From 1 January 2024, the GST rate will increase to 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.
Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.
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Please refer to the following scenarios for how GST will be applied:
Scenario 1
- Invoice generated in 2023
- Services rendered in 2023
8% GST will apply.
Scenario 2
- Invoice generated in 2023
- Services rendered on or after 1 Jan 2024
- Payment collected in 2023
8% GST will apply.
Scenario 3
- Invoice generated in 2023
- Services rendered on or after 1 Jan 2024
- Payment collected on or after 1 Jan 2024
9% GST will apply.
Education LoanChoice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs.
- Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
- Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years.
Please click here for more information on Maybank Education loan and here for OCBC Frank Education loan. Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
Education GrantThis Education Grant aims to provide financial assistance to Birmingham City University students pursuing selected Degree programmes. For more information, please click here or contact our programme consultant.
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DurationDuration
- 12 months
Maximum allowed candidature period-
72 months
If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.
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