Economics for Competition Law PG Dip

Program Overview

This postgraduate diploma in Economics for Competition Law provides a comprehensive understanding of the role of economics in competition law. It equips students with the skills and knowledge to apply economic analysis in competition law cases, preparing them for careers as competition law specialists, economists in regulatory agencies, and in-house counsel. The program is delivered via distance learning with residential weekend seminars in London.

Program Outline

Degree Overview

Economics for Competition Law Postgraduate Diploma

This program offers a thorough understanding of the significant role economics plays within competition law. It caters to practitioners like lawyers, regulators, academics, and those requiring specialized knowledge in this domain. Upon completion, graduates gain a strong grasp of utilizing economic analysis within competition law cases.

Objectives:

• Deepen understanding of economic analysis in competition law
• Equip students to apply economic analysis in various competition law scenarios
• Provide relevant skills and knowledge for competition law practitioners

Program Description:

• Designed for economists, lawyers, in-house legal advisors, and national competition authority representatives
• Delivered via distance learning with regular teaching units
• Includes two residential weekend seminars in London for the PG Diploma

Outline

Program Content:

• Market power and market definition
• Network effects and boundaries of competition law and intellectual property law
• Mergers and state aid

Program Structure:

• Blended learning format
• Part-time study
• Duration: one year
• 120 UK credits / 60 ECTS credits

Modules:

• Foundations of the Economics of Competition Law (30 credits): Introduces fundamental economic concepts relevant to competition law.
• Antitrust and State Aid (30 credits): Explores the economic analysis of antitrust and state aid, including mergers, cartels, and abuse of dominance.
• Networks and Dynamic Markets (30 credits): Examines the economics of network industries and dynamic markets, focusing on competition policy issues.
• Merger Control and Quantitative Analysis (30 credits): Provides quantitative methods for analyzing mergers and other competition law issues.

Assessment

Assessment Methods:

• Coursework: Essays, assignments, and other written work.

Assessment Criteria:

• Clarity of argument and expression
• Depth of analysis
• Accuracy of application of economic principles to competition law
• Use of relevant evidence and data

Teaching

Teaching Methods:

• Distance learning via printed course materials and a dedicated online platform.
• Two residential weekend seminars in London featuring interactive sessions and expert lectures.

Faculty:

Course materials authored by leading academics at King's College London and professional experts in the field. Course directors lead the residential weekend seminars.

Careers

Employability:

This rigorous program equips graduates with a competitive edge in the job market. Its practical approach allows immediate application of expertise in various work environments.

Career Opportunities:

• Competition law specialists
• Economists in regulatory agencies
• Consultants in competition law firms
• The program is CPD accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board.

Tuition Fees UK: Part time: £8,750 (2024-25) International: Part time: £8,750 (2024-25)