Students understand the legal complexity of international commercial transactions, and the diversity of solutions adopted in different jurisdictions.

Students are able to

• compare and contrast the different operating principles of private international law, comparative law and uniform law, as well as their practical interaction;
• identify the stages of a commercial transaction from the start of negotiations through to performance and the consequences of failed performance, and appreciate the respective challenges for drafting contracts; 
• apply rules of private international law and of the UN Sales Convention to solve practical cases.

Students apply English legal terminology expediently and are more confident to use English as a means of professional written and spoken communication.

The course combines elements of a lecture with active participation from the students.

Students are encouraged to participate in a lively debate in class!