As businesses face growing scrutiny over their social, environmental and ethical impact, effective governance has never been more important. Study LLM Corporate Governance and gain the legal, practical and theoretical perspectives of corporate power and responsibility, and help shape appropriate business practices.
Taught by specialists in corporate law and governance, you will study key theories about the nature of corporations, the drivers of governance reform, and the evolving role of business in society.
You’ll examine corporate accountability, boardroom dynamics and stakeholder engagement across national, European and global legal frameworks. You’ll also assess how corporate governance standards are converging around the world, and where reform is most needed.
Your learning will be shaped by academics with active research links to global institutions including the United Nations and World Trade Organization, bringing international perspectives and real-world relevance into every seminar.
You can specialise through a wide range of optional units, including international trade, corporate law, securities regulation, financial law, and international economic law.
You'll develop advanced skills in legal reasoning, critical analysis, research design and persuasive argumentation, preparing you for careers in corporate law, regulatory compliance, in-house legal teams and international organisations. You’ll graduate with the knowledge and credibility to operate across borders, advise on high-stakes legal matters, and shape governance from within.
Leading expertise
Learn from leading legal researchers whose work influences global institutions such as the United Nations and World Trade Organization, bringing international depth and practical insight to your studies.
Real-world impact
Contribute to real-world change through social justice projects focused on issues like wrongful incarceration, access to legal support, and corporate responsibility.
Outstanding support
Build your academic confidence through weekly legal research and methodology workshops held across both semesters, designed to develop your writing, critical thinking, and advanced research skills.
We require a UK bachelor's degree with a First or Upper Second (2.1) classification or the overseas equivalent in Law. Candidates should demonstrate a strong background in Law modules relevant to the course, including Public Law and Contract Law and achieve scores of 2.1 or above in relevant modules.
When assessing your academic record, we consider the grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification.