The Certificate in Business and Transactional Law is available to J.D. students concentrating in business and transactional practice. An expansive course of study and experiential learning opportunities are designed to fully engage them in this area of law.
The program is open to current J.D. students and consists of three components:
- Coursework: Complete the three required courses (Business Associations, Taxation I, and Commercial Law) and at least six additional credits from courses related substantially to business and transactional law.
- Paper: Write a paper on a topic related substantially to business and transactional law.
- Experiential Learning: Complete an externship or pre-approved job during law school (or practicum, in unusual circumstances and with Certificate Program Director approval) that relates substantially to business and transactional law.
Learning Outcomes:
Students who complete the Business and Transactional Law Certificate will:
- Demonstrate an understanding of laws and policies related to business and transactional law.
- Demonstrate an understanding of basic business fundamentals and foundational principles of financial literacy.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the role and forward-looking perspective of the business and transactional attorney.
- Demonstrate the ability to apply principles of business and transactional law to assist clients in achieving their business and transactional goals.
- Demonstrate the ability to research and draft a substantial written work on a topic related to business and transactional law.
- Demonstrate the ability to apply their knowledge of laws and policies related to business and transactional law in experiential settings, including externships, employment, and practicum courses.