About the course

Loyola Law School?s specialization in International Business Law targets students interested in assisting companies in a globalized market. By specializing in this area, students will be able to advise clients on a plethora of issues, from the incorporation of a company, to its corporate management, tax issues, and mergers and acquisitions.

　　Los Angeles and its Silicon Beach are an extremely busy market for international business lawyers. New and exciting startups are created on a daily basis. Some of the leading venture capitalists are located in the area, and deals are made to finance these startups, buy, or sell them. In addition to the startup world, Los Angeles is one of the top financial markets in the United States, second only to New York. Some of the top companies and firms are located in the city, and Loyola's prime location in Downtown LA allows students to be in contact with the top players in the market.

　　The LLM degree requires 24 total units of credit. The International Business Law Specialization will be recognized upon the satisfactory completion of 16 units of coursework. This includes 4 units of required courses and 12 units of electives. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 10 Month(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Los Angeles
Fall (August), 2024	Los Angeles
Spring (January), 2025	Los Angeles
Fall (August), 2025	Los Angeles
Spring (January), 2026	Los Angeles

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Loyola Marymount University

The Admissions Committee considers all aspects of an applicant’s qualifications. Important factors include the student's English proficiency (if international), and academic performance in the first degree of law (no minimum GPA preferred). Prospective students need to register with LSAC's Credential Assembly Service (CAS). The LLM CAS law school report includes copies of all law/professional school transcripts and copies of letters of recommendation. A professional goals statement is required and assists the Admissions Committee in selecting an outstanding entering class. The Admissions Committee prefers TOEFL scores of 90 and higher, however, the application will be reviewed in its totality. Letters of recommendation offer insight into a prospective student's potential for success in the LLM program and provide information about the candidate that is not reflected in other parts of the application. Resume

　　Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) required for admission is 3.0.

　　Applicants must have a U.S. bachelor's degree or the international equivalent.

　　International applicants who have completed their postsecondary education from an institution outside the United States (U.S.) must hold a degree from a university recognized by the Ministry of Education as a degree granting institution.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Loyola Marymount University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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