Program Overview

Master in International Business Law

Programme Overview

The Master in International Business Law prepares students for careers in the legal and commercial fields governing international business. The programme is designed to enhance students' international outlook and provide a substantial analysis of business issues, multi-jurisdictional and regulation of trade in goods, services, and capital.

Programme Structure

• Duration: 2 years
• Delivery Language: English
• Degree Awarded: Master in International Business Law
• Accreditation: The curriculum follows the European ECTS system and the degree is awarded by Université Paris Cité. This programme is accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation and the High Council for Evaluation of Research and Higher Education (HCERES) in France.

Programme Details

Year 1 – Semester 1

• Core Courses:
  • Company Law – General Principles and UAE Practice
  • Advanced Contract Law
• Specialisation Courses:
  • Insolvency Law
  • Law of the EU Internal Market
• Additional Courses:
  • Common Law – Contract, Tort and Trust
  • International and EU Tax Law

Year 1 – Semester 2

• Core Courses:
  • Private International Law
  • Banking Law
• Specialisation Courses:
  • International Trade Law
  • European Business Law
• Additional Courses:
  • Public Business Law
  • Intellectual Property Law

Year 2 – Semester 3

• Core Courses:
  • The Law of International Contracts
  • International Commercial Arbitration
• Specialisation Courses:
  • International Tax Law
  • Intellectual Property Law
• Additional Courses:
  • Business Law in the Middle East
  • Moot Court, Arbitration and Dispute Resolution

Year 2 – Semester 4

• Core Courses:
  • International Financial Law
  • ADGM Regulations
  • Investment Law
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
• Specialisation Courses:
  • Competition Law
  • Comparative Commercial Law
• Additional Courses:
  • International Transportation Law
  • Master Thesis or Internship

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree: Bachelor in a relevant field with a CGPA of 3 out of 4 or equivalent.
• English Proficiency: IELTS certificate with minimum overall band of 6.0 with a validity of 2 years or TOEFL certificate with minimum score of 79 (or equivalent) with a validity of 2 years.
• Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be asked to attend an interview to assess the candidate's motivation, career expectations, and relevant professional experience in the degree area.

Tuition Fees and Scholarships

• Programme Tuition Fees (over 2 years): AED 166,400 (approximately US$ 45,344)
• Payment of Fees: Payment schedules and refund policy available upon request.
• Scholarships:
  • 25% academic excellence scholarship for new joiners with a Bachelor CGPA average of 3.6/4.0 and above, or equivalent.
  • 20% Alumni preferential rate for Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi alumni.
  • 25% preferential rate upon enrolment on a second master's degree for applicants holding a master degree from SUAD.
  • 5%-15% corporate rate for companies and organizations.
  • 10% Family discount for students who have a first-degree relative currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate programme.

Career Prospects

• Employment Opportunities: Lucrative and competitive career prospects in government, political, media, and business law fields.
• Senior Positions: Opportunities for senior positions in government, legal, and diplomatic institutions, NGOs, legal advisors in the private sector, or as consultants for major multinational corporations.
• Bar Exam: Students have the opportunity to present the Bar exam at the Université Paris Cité.