INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS LAW

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This module introduces the fundamental concepts of law and its main functions in society. It explains what law is, how it differs from other social norms, what are the main branches of law, and how legal systems are organised. 🕒 Indicative study time: 1 hour.

This module defines what international law is and presents the major historical milestones that shaped international business law. It provides a foundation for understanding how international rules emerged and evolved to regulate trade and commercial relations between states and private actors. 🕒 Indicative study time: 30 minutes.

This module provides a comprehensive overview of international business law. It summarises the key concepts, sources, and mechanisms that shape cross-border business activities. The lessons offer a global perspective of the course — useful both as an introduction and as a reference throughout the programme. 🕒 Indicative study time: 1 hour.

This module explores the international institutional framework that shapes global trade, investment and business law. It presents the major public organisations, emerging geopolitical coalitions, and private regulatory bodies that influence how companies operate across borders. 🕒 Indicative study time: 2h30.

This module identifies the main sources of international business law and explains how domestic, international and transnational rules interact. It highlights the diversity of legal systems and the role of national laws, with a focus on the example of French law. 🕒 Indicative study time: 1 hour.

This module introduces the European Union as a supranational legal system distinct from both national legal orders and classical international law. It explains how EU institutions, sources of law and judicial mechanisms shape business activities within the EU and beyond. The objective is to provide a clear conceptual framework for understanding how EU law integrates, constrains and facilitates cross-border economic activities.

This module explores how to determine which law and which jurisdiction apply to international cases. It introduces the logic of conflict rules and their distinction from substantive law, providing the foundation for cross-border relationships management. 🕒 Indicative study time: 1 hour.

This module examines how international commercial disputes are resolved. It compares court litigation and arbitration, explains the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments and arbitral awards, and highlights the practical importance of dispute resolution clauses in international contracts. 🕒 Indicative study time: 2h15.

This module presents the main instruments harmonising contract law at the international level. It focuses on the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG) and the UNIDROIT Principles of International Commercial Contracts (UPICC), analysing their scope and practical use in business. 🕒 Indicative study time: 1h15

This module introduces the essential features of international contracts and the criteria that distinguish them from domestic agreements. It examines their legal regime, the determination of governing law and jurisdiction, and the key issues to consider when drafting and negotiating cross-border contracts. 🕒 Indicative study time: 1h30

This module offers an in-depth examination of complex issues in international contract law. It explores the strategic choice of governing law, jurisdiction and arbitration mechanisms, and the limits imposed by public policy and overriding mandatory rules. Designed for advanced learners, it provides a deeper understanding of how legal and practical considerations interact in cross-border transactions. 🕒 Indicative study time: 1h30

This module examines how contracts used in international business allocate and manage legal risks — from liability and excuses for non-performance to limitation, penalty, and risk management clauses. It shows how legal concepts shape business strategy and help companies operate safely and effectively across borders. 🕒 Indicative study time: 2h30

This module explores the contractual and logistical aspects of international trade. It covers the practical use of Incoterms, the structure and key clauses of international sales and manufacturing contracts, and the allocation of risks, costs and responsibilities between business partners. The objective is to understand how legal choices shape global supply chains and commercial performance. 🕒 Indicative study time: 1h

This module explores how international trade partners secure and finance cross-border payments. It explains the main instruments — from advance payment and letters of credit to bills of exchange and open account — and how they balance risk, cost and trust. The first lesson (Overview: securing international payments) provides a complete summary for those who need a quick yet solid understanding. The following lessons offer detailed explanations, case studies and comparative tools for a deeper mastery of international payment techniques. 🕒 Indicative study time: 4 hours.

This module includes contract analysis and commentary, case studies, simulations, and business games designed to develop practical skills in identifying legal risks, interpreting and drafting clauses, and negotiating international business contracts. It also introduces the use of artificial intelligence tools to assist in contract review, risk analysis and legal drafting. This module is intended for in-class, interactive learning sessions.

This module introduces students to the legal dimension of international business through guided discussions, case scenarios and interactive activities. It encourages participants to think critically about how law interacts with business strategy, operations and culture when companies act across borders. The focus is on recognising and articulating legal issues before studying them in detail. This module is primarily designed for in-class, interactive sessions.

This module explores how companies operate across borders and the legal issues that arise in their daily activities. It covers corporate structure, supply chains, intellectual property protection, data management, compliance and cross-border transactions. It links legal knowledge with strategic decision-making, operational efficiency and risk management in an international environment. 🕒 Indicative study time: 2h

This module examines the legal dimensions of international expansion and strategic growth. It explores market entry strategies, business structures, regulatory considerations and contractual arrangements relevant to the international business plan. It provides a legal framework for designing and implementing a sustainable and compliant global development strategy.

This module examines how law is used both as a framework for compliance and as a tool of economic influence in international business. It introduces global compliance systems and explores how major jurisdictions enforce their regulations beyond their borders. The module highlights the strategic importance of understanding extraterritorial enforcement and its impact on international trade and corporate behaviour.

This module analyses the main developments shaping international trade today. It explores global economic tensions, trade wars, sanctions, protectionism and the evolution of multilateral and regional trade agreements. It also considers how geopolitical, technological and environmental changes influence the legal and strategic landscape of international business.