Harvard University

Overview

The Law and Business joint degree program at Harvard University uniquely merges rigorous legal education with essential business and management principles. This comprehensive four-year course equips students with the skills needed to navigate and lead within regulated industries and intricate global landscapes. Participants will gain insights into how legal frameworks influence strategic decision-making, risk assessment, and operational choices across various sectors, including corporations, government, and non-profit organizations.

What you'll study

The curriculum is designed to integrate legal reasoning with business practices. Students will begin with foundational courses and progressively engage in advanced studies and integrated seminars that mirror real-world law, business, and policy decision-making.

Core learning areas

• Finance
• Financial Reporting and Control
• Leadership and Organisational Behaviour
• Marketing
• Business, Government, and the International Economy
• Leadership and Corporate Accountability

Integrated components

• Joint seminars that blend legal and business perspectives
• Elective options tailored to student interests
• Case-based learning methodologies

Note: For specific module counts, elective offerings, and capstone/thesis requirements, please consult the official program curriculum page.

Entry requirements

Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification comparable to a four-year American baccalaureate degree. Those with international three-year bachelor degrees may be considered if deemed equivalent. Specific GRE/GMAT and GPA minimums are not detailed in the program records.

Career prospects