Developed and delivered by Manchester Law School’s leading researchers, this course explores the legal, ethical and governance frameworks that define global corporate conduct. You’ll gain a deep understanding of how law regulates international trade, investment, intellectual property and corporate governance. You’ll also learn to navigate contemporary challenges such as sustainability, accountability and digital innovation.
This future-facing LLM prepares you to take on leadership roles in international legal practice, regulatory bodies, corporate advisory and policy-making sectors. We offer critical, interdisciplinary course content that transcends national borders and equips you with the legal, research and analytical tools to influence global corporate behaviour for the better.
The LLM International Corporate Law is designed for students who want to understand, critique and shape the legal frameworks governing international business in a rapidly changing world. Your core modules include corporate law and governance, international trade and investment law and intellectual property law in global context. These modules equip you with a robust understanding of corporate structure, global trade relationships and the legal regulation of innovation and intellectual property in the international marketplace.
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September 2026
Manchester Metropolitan University
Ormond Building,
Lower Ormond Street,
Manchester,
Lancashire,
M15 6BX, Northern England, United Kingdom
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January 2027
Manchester Metropolitan University
Ormond Building,
Lower Ormond Street,
Manchester,
Lancashire,
M15 6BX, Northern England, United Kingdom
Lower second-class UK honours degree (2:2)
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Manchester Metropolitan is ranked 46th for universities in the UK (Times Higher Education Rankings, 2025).