This post-graduate programme at Leiden Law School, one of the oldest European universities, prepares students for a future in international business. Professors from both Civil Law and Common Law jurisdictions, as well as many distinguished guest lecturers, demonstrate how to navigate the different levels of international, EU and national norms relevant for international commercial transactions. Theory is combined with experiences of practitioners with a strong emphasis on teaching you the lawyering skills crucial for this area of the law.

• Comprehensive approach: This programme is truly all-inclusive in its quest to shed light on transnational, international and comparative aspects of law. 
• Unique case studies: Many lecturers in the ICCL programme work in civil and commercial law practice and use their real-life cases to enhance your learning experience.
• Excellent reputation: Leiden Law School has developed its reputation for excellence by combining a high level of academic teaching with acclaimed and innovative research. Its tradition of quality attracts prestigious professors and professionals from around the world who teach you in a challenging and supportive atmosphere.

Our graduates go on to work at organisations such as:

• Private law firms specialising in civil and commercial law, including global firms with international legal practices.
• Multinational companies, often in-house legal teams, where they provide advice on cross-border transactions, mergers, acquisitions, and corporate governance.
• International courts and arbitration tribunals, where many graduates find positions in dispute resolution, including the International Court of Justice and the Permanent Court of Arbitration.
• Governmental organisations, including ministries and regulatory bodies, focusing on international trade, corporate law, and the enforcement of cross-border regulations.
• Research institutes and academic institutions, where many alumni engage in legal scholarship and contribute to the development of civil and commercial law theories.