The International Business Law master at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) explores how international law shapes trade, investment, and sustainability. You study business-law topics through a practice-oriented lens, including contract and corporate law, arbitration, and cross-border legal risk. Choose between two English-taught specialisations and build the skills to advise companies, investors, and public institutions on complex global legal challenges.
The International Business Law master's program at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) examines the influence of international law on trade, investment, and sustainability. This program emphasizes a practical approach to various business law topics, including contract and corporate law, arbitration, and cross-border legal risks.
Students can choose between two English-taught specializations, equipping them with the skills necessary to advise companies, investors, and public institutions on intricate global legal challenges.
The curriculum integrates advanced business law courses with a research-based thesis, designed to foster practical legal skills essential for navigating international transactions and disputes.
Specialisation pathway
Students will select one of two English-taught specializations, guiding the focus of their studies and aligning with their career aspirations.
Applicants must possess an academic Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) or an equivalent qualification. Candidates without a law degree may still be considered if they have a strong academic background and substantial experience in the legal field, which must be appropriately documented.
Those holding a degree from a University of Applied Sciences must have completed a relevant pre-master to be eligible for admission, as the faculty does not offer a pre-master program for this master's degree.
Graduates of the International Business Law master's program can pursue various career paths, including roles in multinational corporations, law firms, government agencies, and international organizations. The skills developed during the program prepare students to tackle complex legal issues in a global context, making them valuable assets in today’s interconnected world.
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