Level 7 Diploma in International Business Law UK

Level 7 Diploma in International Business Law

Key Information:

Programme Summary:


The Level 7 Diploma in International Business Law is designed for legal professionals, business executives, and graduates seeking advanced knowledge of legal frameworks governing global commerce. This postgraduate diploma covers key areas of international trade, financial regulation, corporate governance, and intellectual property. Learners will develop strategic legal insights required to advise multinational companies, navigate complex legal environments, and support global business operations.

This qualification prepares learners for senior roles in legal consultancy, corporate law departments, and regulatory compliance units, or for progression to an LLM or equivalent postgraduate degree.

Award Titles Qualifications:

- Level 7 Diploma in International Business Law

Length of Programme:

6 - 12 Months

Exit Awards:

Level 7 Certificate

Study Mode Delivery Mode Language Credits
Full Time / Part Time Live (Online) Delivery English 120

Modules:

Core Modules:

International Trade Law
Commercial Trust Law
Industrial and Intellectual Property Law
Law of Financial Crimes
Company Law
Legal Research and Research Methods

Optional Modules: (Select 1)

International Commercial Arbitration
Corporate Governance – Principles and Practices

Programme Structure:

Mandatory Units:

International Trade Law:
Covers the legal principles governing international sale of goods, shipping, trade finance, and cross-border contracts.

Commercial Trust Law:
Explores fiduciary relationships in commercial contexts including express, implied, and constructive trusts.

Industrial and Intellectual Property Law:
Provides insight into copyrights, patents, trademarks, and industrial design rights across jurisdictions.

Law of Financial Crimes:
Analyses laws addressing money laundering, fraud, insider trading, and financial misconduct.

Company Law:
Focuses on the structure, responsibilities, and governance of corporations.

Legal Research and Research Methods:
Equips learners with methodologies for legal inquiry and effective academic/legal writing.

Optional Units (Choose 1):
International Commercial Arbitration:
Explores the rules, procedures, and enforcement of international arbitration agreements and awards.

Corporate Governance – Principles and Practices:
Examines global governance frameworks, ethical decision-making, and regulatory compliance.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this programme, learners will be able to:

- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of international business law and its application across jurisdictions.
- Analyse complex legal issues in international trade, corporate structure, and intellectual property.
- Evaluate legal risks and propose compliant, strategic solutions for multinational organisations.
- Understand the legal implications of financial crime and develop risk management strategies.
- Conduct rigorous legal research using recognised academic and professional methodologies.
- Apply corporate governance principles to real-world legal and ethical dilemmas.
- Communicate complex legal concepts clearly to both legal and non-legal audiences.
- Prepare for further academic progression or professional legal certification.

Entry Requirements

- A Level or equivalent qualifications
- Mature students with relevant experience may also be considered

Career Pathways

Graduates of the Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law can progress to:

- International Legal Consultants
- Corporate Legal Advisors
- Compliance Managers
- Regulatory Affairs Specialists
- Legal Officers in Multinational Corporations
- LLM or Professional Law Qualifications (e.g., Bar, SQE) Progression