Join our 12-Weeks Online Certificate Course on International Business Laws & Practice (Starts on January 18, 2025)
INSTRUCTED BY THE TOP CORPORATE LAWYERS:
Steven Finizio
Partner
Wilmerhale, London
Pooja Ramchandani
Partner
Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co.
Jenisha Parikh
Co-Founder & Partner
Parakram Legal
Amrita Tonk
Partner
IndusLaw
Your Gateway to Global Legal Mastery and Becoming a Top 1% International Lawyer: BR’s Certificate Course on International Business Laws!
International Business Law plays a major role in addressing business challenges such as tariffs, trade restrictions, and the protection of foreign investments. With globalization increasing the complexity of doing business internationally, the demand for International Business Lawyers has skyrocketed. This field offers significant career and income opportunities and allows professionals to work on groundbreaking legal issues that outline the landscape of global business.
Are you ready to excel in the dynamic field of International Business Law?
To become a successful international business lawyer, it is essential to develop expertise in international contract drafting and negotiation, international finance and investment, cross border transactions and much more.
To help you build a solid foundation in the field of International Business, Bettering Results (BR) brings to you a Certificate Course on International Business Law.
This Course is designed to help you master the fundamentals of the legal aspects of global trade, including treaties, cross-border transactions, and international investments and agreements, preparing you for a promising career in this high-demand field.
Taught and instructed by top international legal experts, legal professionals, and practitioners with decades of experience in the field, this Certificate Course on International Business Law will equip you with both theoretical knowledge and practical insights into the complexities of International Business.
The next batch starts from January 18, 2025 with live sessions only on weekends i.e. Saturday & Sunday.
You will have the opportunity to learn LIVE with these experts and solve all your queries. Along with that, you will have access to recordings of live sessions, practice exercises, career guidance sessions, internship opportunities and so much more.
In the past, Bettering Results has taught more than 20,000 practicing advocates, law students, IAS Officers, in-house counsels, CA, CS etc. with our practical legal training courses & workshops. Bettering Results recently forged partnerships with prominent institutions/companies such as LBSNAA, Mussoorie (IAS Training Academy), Government of India, NLSIU, Bangalore, CNLU, Patna, Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, Thermax Limited, Manupatra, VIPS Delhi, among others.
Why Choose BR’s International Business Laws Course?
Comprehensive Coverage: Learn everything from international taxation to cross-border dispute resolution, tailored for global markets.
Practical Exposure: Gain practical knowledge through live, interactive sessions over weekends and Q&A with industry experts.
Practical Drafting Assignments: Engage in live and practical assignments and receive feedbacks from industry experts.
Reading Material & Drafts: Access to extensive study materials along with sample drafts and templates for comprehensive and in-depth learning.
Exclusive Opportunities: Get recommended for internships or jobs with top recruiters associated with Bettering Results.
Career Growth: Boost your CV, get recommended for internships and jobs, and build a global legal network.
Expert Career Guidance & Mentorship: Get personalised career advice and one-on-one mentorship from industry leaders to help you achieve your goals.
Certificate: Earn a certificate on completion of your course.
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
Module 1
Introduction to International Business Law
- Introduction to types of cross-border business transactions and laws governing them
- Understanding essentials of international contract management
- Contract of sales
- Contract of carriage
- Contract of Insurance
- Practical insight into significant recent international deals
Module 2
Understanding Global Trade Framework
- World Trade Organization (WTO)
- UNCITRAL (United Nations Commission on International Trade Law)
- United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG)
- Relevance
- Key provisions concerning contract formation, obligations of the parties and remedies in case of non-performance
Module 3
International Finance
- Key global regulations like IMF, World Bank, FATF and India-specific regulations (RBI, FEMA)
- Analysing legal risks involved in international financial transactions
- Understanding various Incoterms/payment terms in International Trade
Module 4
Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)
- Significance & key provisions of an FTA
- Negotiation of FTAs
- Major FTAs of India
- Rules of Origin under FTAs
Module 5
International Investment – Part I
- Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) – essential clauses
- Advising on Dispute Resolution under BIT
- Model Text for the Indian BIT
- Reviewing and Assessing BIT Risks
- Present position of India (including challenges faced) regarding Bilateral Investment Treaties
Module 6
International Investment – Part II
- Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) – concept & attributes
- Regulatory Framework for FDI in India including the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) and FDI Policy.
- Foreign Direct Investments in the E-Commerce Sector and issues encountered
Module 7
International Investment – Part III
- Entering Foreign Markets via Trade: Investment prerequisites in different jurisdictions
- Foreign jurisdiction I – e.g. USA/EU/Mauritius/Singapore
- Foreign jurisdiction II
- Foreign jurisdiction III
Module 8
Drafting of International Contracts – Part I
- Executive Employment Agreements (EEA)
- Balancing parties’ interests
- Necessary inclusions regarding employment and compensation/remedies in case of termination of EEA
- Draft/Template of an EEA
- Non-disclosure Agreements (NDA) in international transactions
- Crucial negotiating factors
- Nature: One-way v. Two-way
- Jurisdictional Issues
- Drafting of key clauses for an international deal
Module 9
Drafting of International Contracts – Part II
- Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
- Setting out particular operational arrangement
- Legal binding value in global domain
- Drafting an MoU for an international transaction
Module 10
Drafting of International Contracts – Part III
- End-User License Agreements (EULA)
- Elemental common elements across EULAs & need for industry-specific considerations
- Compliance with privacy & data protection laws
- Navigating through consent fatigue & other limitations of EULA
- Drafting key clauses of EULA
Module 11
Drafting of Agreements in Cross-border M&As & Joint Ventures
- Dive into international M&A deal types & process/stages involved
- Drafting of key clauses in M&A and Joint Venture Agreements
- Exploring international M&A through recent case studies
Module 12
Due Diligence in Cross-border M&As
- Drafting of Due Diligence Report
- Live due diligence exercise
Module 13
International Litigation and Arbitration – Part I
- Key differences between International Litigation and International Commercial Arbitration
- Jurisdiction and Forum Selection in International Disputes including Doctrine of forum non conveniens
- Drafting and Negotiating International Arbitration Clauses
Module 14
International Litigation and Arbitration – Part II
- Stages of adjudication of a dispute under international commercial arbitration with reference to key provisions under the UNCITRAL Model Law
- Practical insight into latest trends governing the enforcement of arbitral awards (including case studies)
Module 15
Taxation in cross-border transactions
- Understanding system of taxation in international business & issues arising thereof
- Taxation aspect in different types of cross-border transactions
- Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) – structure & key provisions
- Draft template of DTAA
- Advance Pricing Agreements (APA) & India APA Scheme
Module 16
Trade & Environment
- Legal Frameworks Governing Trade and the Environment
- Environmental disputes in WTO (case studies)
- Green Trade Provisions in FTAs
- Environmental Impact Assessments
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria in cross-border trade
Module 17
India’s Foreign Trade Policy-Part I
- New Foreign Trade Policy of India – detailed overview of Policy initiatives to aid ease of doing international business
- Role of Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) in granting export licenses and regulating prohibited items
- DGFT Procedures from application to approval
Module 18
India’s Foreign Trade Policy- Part II
- Export promotion schemes such as MEIS and SEIS and documentation requirements
- Policy interventions to facilitate E-commerce exports
- Incorporating clauses to counter issues related to incoterms, payment methods, and export-import documentation
Module 19
Live interactive session: Emerging challenges in IBL and the way forward
Module 20
Career guidance to build a career as an international business lawyer
Module 21
Job & freelancing opportunities in international business law & how to set up your freelancing account on fiverr, upwork etc. for legal assistant / paralegal work
DURATION: 12 Weeks starting from January 18, 2025
Accelerate Your Career and Income by Becoming a High-Demand International Business Lawyer!
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR ?
- Practicing lawyers, in-house counsels, and litigators.
- Law students aspiring to work in top law firms or MNCs.
- Entrepreneurs and business leaders expanding globally.
- Professionals preparing for LLMs or aiming for careers in international law.
EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS OF THE COURSE :
Weekend Sessions ONLY.
Get Access to high quality live & Interactive sessions led by top 1% industry expert.
Earn a certificate that distinguishes you in global legal markets.
Participate in live practical exercise, get real time feedback & connect with our alumni network.
Upskill within a short period of time and take the next step in your legal journey today!
Wait there’s more to it!
Get internship recommendations for roles in top companies and law firms.
Access live weekend classes and recorded lessons for two years.
Network with peers, alumni, and mentors in the legal fraternity worldwide.
Lifetime access to Community & Alumni groups to expand your networking.
People we have trained work at following law firms & companies:
Testimonials from BR Learners
Sarthak Mishra, Associate, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co.
“This course was really well organised and well designed. What stood out was the value it delivered at such an economical pricing point, similar courses/conferences cost 10x more especially with the line-up of speakers we had. The moderator – speaker model was also quite intuitive and all important topics were covered by the speakers. I’m actually looking forward to courses like these organised in the future.”
Ishita Tiwari, Associate, SirionLabs
“The Course Content was very informative and the instructors really explained the reasoning part behind clauses and in general to a great extent. The assignment too was very insightful and I learned a lot while drafting the assignment.”
Anand Narayan, Legal Manager, Aditya Birla Group
“The lectures were good. The assignment was interesting. Kudos to Varsha and Team”
Rupali Goyal, Associate, Indirect Tax, BDO India
“It was a great experience in learning from such an accomplished faculty.”
Sanya Arora, Senior Associate, India Law Partners
Ashutosh Pandey, Law Graduate, Llyod Law College, India
“A very well drafted curriculum with proactive team and Mentors willing to teach and quench all the curiosity!
Arvind Srinivasan, Advocate
“Thanks to Bettering Results (BR) for arranging this unique course where modules are taught by senior associates from some of the best law firms in India.”
Gopal Srinath Kidambi, Advocate
“The course helped me refresh my already existing knowledge and also helped me gain fresh perspectives.
A big thank you to Varsha Gupta of Bettering Results (BR)for patiently handling my queries before enrolling for, and during the course!”
Megha Sharma, Legal Counsel, Unified Credit Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
“The course provided a good insight of the subject and was a great learning experience.”
Barnali Mukherjee, 4th Year Law Student, KIIT School of Law
“The course was extremely helpful. As a 4th year student I feel that this course will make me confident with contract drafting.”
B. D. Rao Kundan, 4th Year Law Student, RGNUL, Patiala
“As a student of law, I always wanted to know how to draft unambiguous and legally enforceable contracts in order to help the parties handle future disagreements. This well organised course on contract drafting has helped me learning the same. Getting insights directly from the industry experts on nuances of drafting a good contracts was something special about this course. Now, I feel more confident and can draft any type of agreements or contracts.”
“Thank you Clarence Andre Anthony, Abe Abrahamand Shivani Chugh for candidly sharing your insights and experiences that helped me carve a nuanced approach to the art of contract drafting and negotiations.
Thank you Bettering Results (BR) for creating a platform that enabled such an interaction.”