Academics
The Bucerius Master of Law and Business (MLB) – in cooperation with WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management – prepares young professionals for international careers in which an understanding of both legal and business concepts as well as intercultural skills are essential. Its goal is to build bridges – between disciplines and across cultures.
The "lifecycle approach"
The curriculum of the Bucerius Master of Law and Business follows the various stages of a company's lifecycle to practically illustrate the close relationship between law and business.
Lifecycle stages
- Realization of an entrepreneurial idea
- Founding of an enterprise
- Transformation of the enterprise into a publicly-held company
- Internationalization of a company
- Merger with or acquisition of another firm
- Restructuring of a firm with financial difficulties
New in 2020: in cooperation with WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management
As of September 2020 the Bucerius Master of Law and Business will be offered in cooperation with the WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management, one of Germany's top business schools.
Learning goals
After one year, you will be able to understand the legal and economic dimensions of the various stages of an enterprise.
The program takes a comparative approach, allowing you to understand the similarities and differences between different legal and business systems.
Two degree options: LL.M. or MLB
Depending on their choice of modules, students will be awarded one of two possible degrees:
- Master of Law and Business (MLB) - available to all students
- Master of Laws (LLM) - available to students with a first degree in law
Regardless of the chosen track, students will follow various courses together as a group. This interdisciplinary way of learning enriches both classroom discussion and knowledge transfer.
Educational background in law
In order to obtain the MLB degree, students with a first degree in law must complete:
- Module 1a - Foundations of Business
- at least one interdisciplinary elective module
- an interdisciplinary or business-related Master's Thesis
Other educational background
In order to obtain the MLB degree, students with an educational background other than law must complete:
- Module 1b - Foundations of Law
- at least one interdisciplinary elective module
- an interdisciplinary or business-related Master’s Thesis
In order to obtain the LLM degree, students with a first degree in law must complete:
- Module 1a - Foundations of Business
- at least one law elective
- a law-related Master's Thesis
Real-life case studies rather than theory
"The Bucerius Master of Law and Business integrates business and legal studies by focusing on real-life case studies rather than mathematical or legal theories. This interdisciplinary and practice-oriented approach is a unique feature of this program."
The need for interdisciplinarity
"Companies, law firms and organizations are regularly confronted with international issues that involve both legal and economic aspects. However, they often lack the combination of business and legal knowledge to reach optimal business solutions or serve their clients effectively. It is this need for interdisciplinarity that the Master of Law and Business serves."
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