02/02/2024
As the world of law becomes more complex and interconnected than ever, legal professionals must quickly adapt and hone skills in a chosen area of expertise. With this in mind, we offer two distinct LL.M. programs to help you stay sharp.
At IE Law School, our two LL.M. programs are designed for different interests, goals and career paths, while ensuring that you emerge ready to make maximum impact.
The Master of Laws (LL.M.) takes a more corporate focus with specialization tracks that explore various aspects of business law. The Master in International Legal Studies (LL.M.), on the other hand, allows you to delve into social issues as well as technology and how it affects society with the potential to shape our collective future.
However, both of these programs prepare students for our globalized world and to lead in the legal sector. They also avail prospects in wide-ranging sectors, opening doors to varying career opportunities after graduation.
The Master of Laws (LL.M.)
The Master of Laws (LL.M.) shapes well-rounded legal professionals who want to make a mark on the corporate world.
This program imparts the business and legal acumen necessary to advise organizations from an international perspective. With different specialization tracks, you can align your studies with your personal and professional goals. There are four areas of corporate law you can choose to specialize in: International Business Law, Intellectual Property and Technology Law, International Dispute Resolution and International Taxation. With these specializations, you will earn an additional Postgraduate Diploma of Expert (PgDip) certification alongside your Master of Laws (LL.M.).
By studying the Master of Laws (LL.M.), you will also benefit from IE Law School’s work with world-class institutions, including the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), the ICC International Court of Arbitration and the various centers and research initiatives.
“The Master of Laws (LL.M.) imparts the business and legal acumen necessary to advise organizations from an international perspective.”
With the in-depth understanding this program develops—of business law, transactional law, private equity and more—you’ll have the skills and knowledge to excel in several career paths. Graduates of the Master of Laws (LL.M.) often go on to work as in-house lawyers at full-service law firms, multinational companies or international institutions. Thanks to the breadth of the program, you will also have a wealth of opportunities available in M&A, litigation, arbitration, mediation, intellectual property, data protection, cybersecurity and tax planning, among others.
Master in International Legal Studies (LL.M.)
Meanwhile, the Master in International Legal Studies (LL.M.) takes a more social focus. As international law is evolving rapidly to address new challenges presented by technology and globalization, this program educates practitioners to understand the legal frameworks that underpin modern-day society, looking at areas such as globalization, international trade, sustainability and the digital age.
With two specializations on offer—International Economic Law or Human Rights in the Digital Society—you can orient your learning journey toward the career path that interests you most. What’s more, they allow you to combine a global mindset with business, human rights and social concerns, all while taking a comparative approach to law.
“The Master in International Legal Studies (LL.M.) educates practitioners to understand the legal frameworks that underpin modern-day society.”
The content of the Master in International Legal Studies (LL.M.) is intentionally designed and adapted to reflect modern challenges and the evolution of the real world. For example, some of the key areas recent cohorts have investigated include artificial intelligence and its implementation, the challenges of sustainability and the information society.
Post graduation, you’ll be well-equipped to make a difference in several sectors. You may have an opportunity to work in industries such as corporate social responsibility or trade compliance, but plenty of positions have started opening up for environmental lawyers or at think tanks working in sustainable development. With your skill set, you will be in high demand at international organizations like the United Nations, the European Union or the World Trade Organization.
Law beyond the classroom
At IE Law School, we believe that students should have every chance to explore their chosen field hands-on and gain the insights and skills they need to launch successful careers. That’s why both of our LL.M. programs are designed to give you a taste of the real world and connect you with leading companies.
The Master of Laws (LL.M.) and the Master in International Legal Studies (LL.M.) incorporate a Legal Immersion Experience where you can engage with your chosen field of law in real-world scenarios. Depending on your specialization track, you’ll get a chance to visit law firms in different global legal hubs to get a taste of what your future holds, inspiring the next steps in your journey.
In both of these programs, you’ll be at the forefront of legal research and development, with professors bringing real-world insights into the classroom every day.Whether you choose the Master of Laws (LL.M.) or the Master in International Legal Studies (LL.M.), it’s clear that you will graduate with the competence and confidence to drive impact in the legal sector and establish a successful career in your chosen expertise.
