LL.M. Certificates

The Keio LL.M. program offers the opportunity for students to earn a certificate demonstrating specialization in Business Law, International Dispute Resolution, Japanese Law, Law and Development in Asia, or Intellectual Property Law.

■Details of Certificates:
Research Paper:
All certificates will require successful completion of a two-credit (or greater) Research Paper course in the relevant area.

Core classes:
Some certificates may require the successful completion of certain courses unless the student has already studied the same subject matter elsewhere.

Because the course requirements set forth a minimum level of effort and the certificates are intended to evidence a significant degree of focus and specialization, a student may not apply for or receive more than a single certificate.

1. Business Law
LL.M. in Global Legal Practice, Certificate in Business Law

a. At least 10 qualifying credits
b. Research Paper (in addition to qualifying credits)
c. Practical Training: at least one 2-credit negotiation or drafting class must be included

2. International Dispute Resolution
LL.M. in Global Legal Practice, Certificate in International Dispute Resolution

a. At least 10 qualifying credits
b. Research Paper (in addition to qualifying credits)
c. Practical Training: At least 2 credits must be included from among the dispute-resolution focused practical training classes (e.g. arbitration, mediation, moot court or similar)

3. Japanese Law
LL.M. in Global Legal Practice, Certificate in Japanese Law

a. At least 10 qualifying credits
b. Research Paper (in addition to qualifying credits)

4. Law and Development in Asia
LL.M. in Global Legal Practice, Certificate in Law and Development in Asia

a. At least 10 qualifying credits
b. Research Paper (in addition to qualifying credits)

5. Intellectual Property Law
LL.M. in Global Legal Practice, Certificate in Intellectual Property Law

a. At least 10 qualifying credits
b. Research Paper (in addition to qualifying credits)