BA LL.B (Hons.) & BBA LLB (Hons.) International Economic Law

The BA LL.B (Hons.) and BBA LL.B (Hons.) with specialisation in International Economic Law provides a comprehensive examination of the legal frameworks governing cross-border economic relations. It focuses on the rules, principles and institutions that regulate economic interactions among States, international and regional economic organisations, multinational corporations and private actors in the global economy. Students develop a systematic understanding of how international legal regimes regulate international trade, foreign direct investment, international finance and global economic governance. Emphasis is placed on the interpretation and application of treaty-based obligations, customary international economic norms, and regulatory mechanisms developed by international institutions. The program critically examines how these frameworks balance State sovereignty and regulatory autonomy with economic liberalisation and market integration.

It adopts an analytical and policy-oriented approach, engaging learners with contemporary challenges such as trade protectionism, sustainable development, digital and services trade, environmental and labour standards, and the regulation of multinational enterprises. Through case-law analysis and research-based learning, students build advanced competencies in legal reasoning, treaty interpretation and policy evaluation.

• The curriculum introduces the legal regulation of global trade, investment and cross-border economic relations.
• Students study key international frameworks, including WTO law and investment regimes.
• Learners examine the role of global institutions such as the WTO, IMF and World Bank.
• An interdisciplinary approach links law with economic policy and development.
• Students engage with emerging issues such as digital trade, sustainability and labour regulation.
• Case-based learning strengthens legal analysis and interpretative skills.
• The specialisation supports preparation for advanced studies, international moots, and careers in global legal and policy domains.

In a globalised economy, this specialisation supports diverse career and academic pathways across international legal practice, government and policy, international organisations, corporate advisory and compliance, dispute resolution and arbitration, and academic and research roles. It equips graduates to engage with emerging challenges such as digital trade, sustainability and evolving international regulations.

Career pathways include:

• International and transnational law firms
• Government and public policy roles
• International and multilateral organisations
• Corporate advisory and compliance roles
• Dispute resolution and arbitration
• Academia and research
• Policy and economic analysis

The International Economic Law specialisation prepares graduates for careers across the legal, corporate, policy and academic sectors. Opportunities include work in law firms focusing on trade law, investment law, cross-border transactions and regulatory advisory, as well as corporate roles in compliance, trade and investment advisory, regulatory risk management and governance.

Career pathways also extend to government and policy-making roles in ministries, regulatory bodies and trade promotion agencies, along with positions in international organisations such as the WTO, IMF, World Bank and UN agencies. Graduates may also pursue roles in dispute resolution and arbitration relating to international trade and investment matters. The program further provides a strong foundation for LL.M. studies, doctoral research, academic careers, and policy research roles in think tanks or policy institutions.

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Interested students must meet the minimum eligibility criteria for BA LL.B (Hons.) and BBA LL.B. (Hons.) Disruptive Technologies Law, which are as follows: Minimum 50% Marks at Higher and Senior Secondary level (X and XII).

The selection process for students interested in studying BA LL.B (Hons.) and BBA LL.B. (Hons.) Disruptive Technologies Law at UPES relies on the individual's performance in ULSAT / CLAT / Board Marks / CUET-UG.