Contract and International Business Law

Duration1 semester
State of the moduleCompulsory module
ECTS5
Hours of compulsory in credit hours4
Learning outcome/ competencies

Students are able to explain the practice of drawing up contracts in international business transactions and can describe the fundamental features of contractual law in Germany and in Common Law. They can determine and justify which legal system should be applied for international contracts, have developed a critical appreciation of contracts, and can recognise the significance of standard contract clauses. They have worked with template contracts from various legal systems and are capable of drawing and evaluating contracts independently. Students can estimate and evaluate the legal risks a contract may pose.

Necessary requirementsNone
Recommended requirementsNone
Method of examination
(applicable are §§ 9-14 RStPO)   

Written examination (120 minutes) and Assignment:

  • Examination 60%
  • Assignment 40%
  • Successful completion of the exercises and quizzes in Moodle is mandatory in order to be allowed to write the exam.