Learning outcome for master’s level JUS5230 (10 credits):
Knowledge
On completion of this course, the student should:
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Be acquainted with the practice of international contract drafting and the considerations that are often made when writing international contracts
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Know which sources of regulation are applicable to international business transactions: international conventions, national law, commercial practices and other forms of “soft law”;
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Be aware of the mechanisms of choice of forum and choice of law, permitting to identify the law applicable to the contract
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Be acquainted with the main characteristics of arbitration as a method to settle disputes
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Be aware of the arbitral tribunal’s power in respect of the parties’ pleadings.
Skills
On the basis of this knowledge, the student should be able to:
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Identify the sources applicable to an international contract
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Understand the impact that the applicable law may have on contract terms
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Evaluate the effects of the interaction between the applicable rules and the terms of their contracts
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Understand to what extent the choice of arbitration affects the interaction between the contract and the applicable sources
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Understand the role of the arbitral tribunal regarding the parties’ choice of law, legal arguments and request of remedies.
General outcome
As a general outcome, the student should be able to:
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Understand the role of an international commercial lawyer
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Appreciate the interaction of national, international, private, and public actors on the scene of international business.
Learning outcome for bachelor's level JUR1230 (10 credits):
Knowledge
On completion of this course, the student should:
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Be acquainted with the practice of international contract drafting and the considerations that are often made when writing international contracts
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Know which sources of regulation are applicable to international business transactions: international conventions, national law, commercial practices and other forms of “soft law”
-
Be aware of the mechanisms of choice of forum and choice of law, permitting to identify the law applicable to the contract
-
Be acquainted with the main characteristics of arbitration as a method to settle disputes.
Skills
On the basis of this knowledge, the student should be able to:
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Identify the sources applicable to an international contract
-
Understand the impact that the applicable law may have on contract terms
-
Evaluate the effects of the interaction between the applicable rules and the terms of their contracts
-
Understand to what extent the choice of arbitration affects the interaction between the contract and the applicable sources
General outcome
As a general outcome, the student should be able to:
-
Understand the role of an international commercial lawyer
-
Appreciate the interaction of national, international, private, and public actors on the scene of international business.