The Master of Laws (LL.M.) Degree at Amity University provides an ideal opportunity to acquire and develop expertise in the area of international finance laws & alternative dispute resolution mechanisms informed by world-class, research led teaching. The Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree will equip the students with specialised knowledge to excel in their chosen field, provide networking opportunities and the ability to work on a global stage, along with the competence to stand out in the competitive legal landscape.
Students can opt for a Master of Laws (LL.M.) with the following concentrations:
• International Finance Law and Regulations: This course provides a comprehensive understanding of International Finance Law, including the unique offering of Islamic Finance Law, making it the first UAE University to offer this at the master's level.
• Alternative Dispute Resolutions: This specialisation is tailored for law graduates and attorneys who wish to enhance their expertise and reputation as advocates in resolving conflicts. It also serves as a platform to progress their careers as respected mediators or arbitrators.
On the successful completion of the LL.M. degree, students will gain in depth knowledge in areas such as finance law, negotiation, mediation and arbitration. They will also develop advanced analytical skills for legal materials and strengthen their ability to evaluate legal arguments, both doctrinal and empirical, within their field and beyond.
This highly specialised Master’s degree will aid in expanding your legal expertise and boosting your career. It is suitable for both legal professionals and non-law practitioners, allowing students to customise their programmes to meet their specific goals, whether advancing their current practice or entering a new field.
The programme welcomes candidates from diverse legal backgrounds and career aspirants, including lawyers, government officials, professors, judges, diplomats, and professionals from non-legal field such as business, engineering and others.
Programme Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Master of Laws programme, the students should be able to:
1. Knowledge
- Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of substantive and procedural laws.
- Interpret the existing legal framework and amendments.
2. Skills
- Use tools of legal research and legal technology for drafting and provide recommendations for policy considerations.
- Employ communication skills, legal reasoning and analysis for resolving client’s legal issues.
3. Competences
- Autonomy and Responsibility
- Work independently and in a collaborative environment to manage legal documentation.
- Take responsibility and accountability for maintaining confidentiality and to exercise due diligence.
- Self-Development
- Take responsibility for continued obligation to be updated with latest amendments and undertake professional development activities.
- Role in context
- Take responsibility for drafting legal documents, execution of financial transactions and client advising.
- Can initiate and adapt innovative strategies for delivering sustainable solutions.
International Finance Law and Regulations
1. Knowledge
- Demonstrate in depth understanding of international financial law including the legal principles of Islamic finance.
2. Skills
- Evaluate and analyse the regulatory framework and financial standards for framing legal opinions and compliance requirements.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
1. Knowledge
- Demonstrate an understanding of dispute resolution mechanisms with focus on arbitration, negotiation and mediation processes.
2. Skills
- Apply skills of negotiation, mediation, and arbitration for a desirable neutral outcome and effective conflict resolution.
Programme Completion Requirements
For Programme Completion Requirements, refer to our Graduate Programme Completion Requirements Policy, which can be downloaded here.
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