International Business Law
Lecture, 2.00 ECTS
Course content
Introduction to legal systems and cultures (common law and civil law); international jurisdiction, conflict of laws; CISG; principles of international litigation and arbitration.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students can..... Describe the main characteristics of the common law system and the civil law system; .... Solve simple cases on international jurisdiction, conflicts of laws and international sales contracts; .... Apply the principles of arbitration to basic cases; ....
Recommended or required reading and other learning resources / tools
Textbooks: August, R. et al (2014) International Business Law
Journals: cisg-online; ICC international arbitration
Mode of delivery
Lecture, 2 SWS, 1 Group, 2 ASWS
Prerequisites and co-requisites
None
Assessment methods and criteria
Final Examination and Case Studies