Special Executive Master Programme in Commercial and Business Law

Course details

About the Special Executive Masters Programme

The Special Executive Masters Programme is a concise certificate training/seminar tailored for individuals seeking a deeper understanding of business principles within a condensed timeframe. This program is well-suited for accomplished professionals in the private, public, or non-profit sectors who have assumed new managerial roles and require rapid expansion of their management expertise.

This Programme acts as a refresher course for individuals whose Master's Degree is in the distant past, providing them with a quick knowledge update. Simultaneously, it serves as an intensive crash course for seasoned professionals who have yet to pursue a master's degree but seek the academic and practical insights it offers. It proves invaluable for recently promoted managers, aiding their transition into their new roles and assisting them in making informed decisions.

Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

- Grasp the intricacies of public policy mechanisms and regulatory politics.
- Develop business plans that take into account public issues, concerns, and policy trends.
- Harness political and social relationships for favorable business outcomes.
- Appreciate the significance of focusing on policy compliance in business.
- Comprehend how practical businesses operate in the context of policy and regulatory influences.
- Recognize the importance of corporate social responsibility initiatives and fostering cause-based business endeavors.
- Comprehend the role of associations in shaping public policy and regulations.

Who should attend?

This program is ideal for:

- Leaders responsible for managing public and regulatory relationships.
- Professionals working in sectors most affected by policy and regulatory changes.
- Executives and Managers from diverse disciplines seeking a deeper understanding of public policy and regulatory influences.
- Professionals and leaders overseeing business associations and collectives.

Modules

Day 1: Understanding the Public Policy Mechanism

Topics covered include:

- Notable national and international policy initiatives and their successes.
- Influence of political funding on policy decisions.
- Sensitivity to public image and the concept of vote banks.
- The legal and political framework and its impact on businesses.
- Identifying the framework, process, and sources of legislative actions in public policy.
- Issues related to funding and financing in public policy.
- Understanding regulatory enactment and enforcement mechanisms.

Day 2: Understanding Key Political Shifts and Evolution

Subjects explored in this module include:

- The historical context of legislation and public policy.
- Identifying political and policy trends, especially those affecting various business sectors.
- Analyzing the impact of public opinion on policy decisions.
- Examining the rationale behind regulatory needs.
- Correlating societal preferences and international trends with the formulation of public policy.
- Identifying and assessing challenges in the implementation of public policies.

Day 3: Policy Compliance, Maneuvering, and Lobbying

This day covers:

- Understanding the procedures for formulating public policy.
- Preparing for and executing policy requirements.
- Effectively presenting arguments to policymakers supported by data.
- Maximizing policy compliance while safeguarding business standing.
- Leveraging compliance as a competitive advantage.

Day 4: Cases in Public Policy Management

This unit introduces and delves into a case study on the management of public policies.

Day 5: Corporate Social Responsibility and Cause-based Business Nurturing

Topics in this module include:

- Exploring the relationship between business outcomes and social impact.
- Harnessing corporate social responsibility initiatives.
- Integrating business with social causes to address common issues.
- Embracing and utilizing the concept of cause-based business nurturing.

Module: ASSIGNMENT & STUDY GUIDELINES

This module provides the most critical information about the study course and assignment submission.

• VIDEO - How to Avoid Plagiarism in Your Writing

• Harvard Referencing Style Guide

• How to Summarise - Assignment Guide

• Summarising, Paraphrasing, Quotation for your Assignment

Module: Legal Research Methods

The aim of this unit is to enable learners to acquire essential knowledge, comprehension, and proficiency in the realm of legal research, encompassing both the theoretical and methodological challenges inherent in legal studies. Learners will delve into critical subjects linked to research inquiries, perform comprehensive literature examinations, engage in referencing, employ techniques for data collection and analysis, and formulate deductions based on the scrutinized data.

• Research Philosophies and Principles

• VIDEO - Overview of the Research Onion

• Selecting a Research Topic

• Searching and Reviewing Literature

• VIDEO - How to write a Literature Review

• Developing conceptual Framework

• PDF - How to create a Conceptual Framework

• Research Strategy and Design

• Research Methods I

• Research Methods II

• PDF - How Observation is Used As a Research Method

• Research Methods: Data Analysis

• Research Proposal and Writing Up

• Research Ethics

• QUIZ - Legal Research Methods

Module: Company Law

The objective of this unit is to furnish learners with comprehensive insights into English company law, encompassing private and public limited companies. Throughout this module, learners will acquire a profound understanding of the legal intricacies that impact companies. This encompasses exploring the rights and responsibilities of shareholders and directors, as well as delving into the legal protocols pertaining to the process of corporate liquidation.

• English Company Law: Duties, Rights, And Liquidation

• English Company Law: Concepts and Procedures

• QUIZ - Company Law

Module: Commercial Trust Law

This unit explores the law of trusts in an international context, comparing doctrine in different jurisdictions and exploring the theoretical implications of such differences.

• Understanding the impact of commercialization of trust

• Trust and Equity Governed by English Law

• QUIZ - Commercial Trust Law

Module: Industrial And Intellectual Property Law

The objective of this unit is to empower learners with the knowledge of regulatory and legislative requirements concerning industrial and intellectual property laws. Learners will delve into pertinent topics such as financial strategy, debt and equity management, the fundamental factors influencing shareholder value, corporate governance, and asset portfolio management.

• Concepts and Effects of Intellectual Property Law

• National And International Landscapes Of Intellectual Property Law

• Remedies For Intellectual Property Infringement

• QUIZ - Industrial and Intellectual Property Law

Module: International Trade Law

The objective of this unit is to enhance learners' comprehension of global trade legislation. Learners will delve into subjects including international competition policy, as well as examine the principles and procedures governing international sales agreements. They will also assess challenges related to conducting global business operations.

• International Sales Of Goods: Governed By English Law

• The Legal Landscape Of International Trade

• The Legal Landscape Of International Sales Contracts

• QUIZ - International Trade Law

Module: Law And Financial Crimes

The Law and Financial Crimes course offers insight into the laws and regulations concerning financial crimes. Throughout the course, students will delve into the legal framework governing these offenses and explore the methodologies employed in their investigation and prosecution. Key subjects encompass the involvement of financial institutions in preventing such crimes, the application of technology in investigating financial wrongdoing, and the imperative international collaboration required to combat these illicit activities. Additionally, students will develop an appreciation for the ethical and professional duties of legal professionals engaged in cases related to financial misconduct.

• Financial Crimes: Concepts Rules and Penalties

• Money laundering Concepts Methods and Impacts

• The Global Framework for the Fight Against Financial Crimes

• QUIZ - Law and Financial Crimes

Accreditation

All of our courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to our information in about us for more details.

Entry requirement

Academic prerequisites are not applicable to this program since it is a non-credit bearing course. Nevertheless, individuals pursuing this program should possess practical experience in roles such as team leader, supervisor, or manager.

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