LLM International Business, Corporate and Finance Law

The LLM in International Business, Corporate and Finance Law at Liverpool John Moores University is for people who are interested in working in Law, Banking, Finance, or related fields. This course helps both recent graduates and current workers learn more about the laws that influence businesses around the world.

In this course, you will take classes like International Corporate Finance Law, Global Finance Law and Regulation, and International Trade and Finance Law. With the classes, you will be able to explore important legal topics that affect businesses internationally. Apart from this, the teachers are knowledgeable academics and experienced legal professionals who bring real-world experience to the lessons. This offers a balance of theory and practical learning. You’ll also have access to excellent facilities in the £38 million Redmonds Building.

The LLM from Liverpool John Moores University supports flexible learning, with its availability of part-time options. Also, there are generous scholarships offered to both UK and international students. The course encourages critical thinking and independent research, with a supervised dissertation allowing you to explore a specialist area of interest.

The course is a valuable step for anyone looking to advance in international business, corporate law or finance.

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a public university located in Liverpool, England. It started in 1823 as the Liverpool Mechanics’ School of Arts. In 1970, it became Liverpool Polytechnic, and in 1992, it became a university. It took its name from Sir John Moores, the founder of the Littlewoods retail group.

Today, LJMU has over 25,000 students from more than 100 countries. It offers a wide selection of undergraduate and postgraduate courses across five main faculties: Business and Law; Arts, Professional and Social Studies; Health; Science; and Engineering and Technology. LJMU focuses on helping students get jobs after they finish their studies. The university offers hands-on learning experiences and has good connections with businesses.

The university's buildings are spread out in central Liverpool. This setting provides students with a motivating environment to study and grow both personally and professionally.

Equivalent previous work experience will be considered. 

Grade Requirements:

A minimum of 2:2 in a subject such as Law, Finance, Banking, or Accounting is required. An equivalent professional qualification is also accepted. 

English Proficiency:

International candidates are expected to show proof of English proficiency with an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

The tuition fee to study the LLM in International Business, Corporate and Finance Law at Liverpool John Moores University (2025/2026 academic year) is £17,750. This fee encompasses registration, tuition, supervision, assessment, examinations, library membership, and access to digital resources and campus Wi-Fi.

LJMU offers several scholarships and financial aid options to support international students with their school fees. For instance, the Rice-Jones Charitable Trust Scholarship is available to applicants who have accepted a place to study on a postgraduate law course. The amount offered and the purpose for which the Scholarship award is offered are at the absolute discretion of The Rice-Jones Charitable Trust and may vary per individual. A successful applicant may receive a grant of up to £20,000. All self-funded international students are also eligible for an automatic scholarship worth up to £4,000.

Graduates of the LLM in International Business, Corporate and Finance Law from Liverpool John Moores University are fit for employment in roles such as: 

• Corporate Lawyer 
• Compliance Officer
• Legal Consultant 
• In-House Counsel 
• Finance Lawyer
• Banking Consultant

To apply for this programme, you're required to complete an LJMU online application form. If you have any questions about the process, feel free to contact our experienced counsellors at AHZ.