The Master’s program “LLM in International Business and Trade Law” aims to prepare highly qualified legal professionals equipped to succeed in the global legal environment.
Successful completion of the program allows graduates to work in Lithuania and the European Union*.
Holders of LL.M. diploma will be able to tackle the challenges of an interconnected world economy by gaining applied expertise to navigate complex transnational transactions, pivotal in today’s legal and business environments.
Program designed for busy professionals with individual flexible study plans, such as online modules, evening classes and continuous support from our academic advisors.
The curriculum includes core courses such as Company Law and Corporate Governance, International Commercial Arbitration, International Intellectual Property Law, International Financial Law, and International Commercial Contracts, among others.
*subject to meeting the criteria established by the relevant national legislation
Program Features
Academic Degree: Master of Law (LL.M.)
Language of Instruction: English
Study Program Code: 6211kx029
Mode of Study: Higher Residence, blended format
Start: October 1, 2026 (autumn semester),
March 1, 2027 (spring semester)
Tuition Fees (per semester): €1375 for Belarus citizens and residents, €1925 for International Students
Scholarships: 100% or 50% tuition waivers available. Click for details
Application submission: opens on April 7
Potential Career
The program opens broad career opportunities in international business and trade law.
Enabling graduates to effectively operate within international companies, law firms, governmental structures, and NGOs, addressing complex global legal challenges.
Graduates can pursue careers as:
- International lawyers — providing consultancy on international contracts, arbitration, and regulatory compliance.
- Corporate lawyers or corporate governance consultants — working within legal departments of international companies or specialized legal practices.
- International trade specialists — advising and working within global trading companies, financial institutions, and government agencies on commercial and investment law matters.
- Specialists in intellectual property and financial law — managing financial transactions and intellectual property portfolios within international law firms and corporations.
- Corporate social responsibility (CSR) experts — developing strategies and projects aimed at promoting corporate responsibility and sustainable business practices.
- Academic Career — opportunity to pursue doctoral studies (PhD) in law, conducting research in international legal fields at leading universities.
Admission Requirements
Admission to the LLM in International Business and Trade Law program is conducted without entrance exams, based on a motivational interview and proof of English proficiency (B2 level or higher).
Candidates must also meet at least one of the following academic criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree in Law;
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in other fields, supplemented by university-level legal education (minimum of 60 ECTS credits);
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in other fields with at least three years of professional legal experience (plus supplementary legal education of at least 15 ECTS credits);
- Higher education degree in Law with additional coursework in legal disciplines (minimum of 60 ECTS credits).
Candidates’ professional legal experience is evaluated according to internal university rules. Applicants without relevant formal education may be required to undertake additional training according to an individual plan.
📍 Not sure where to start? Check out the step-by-step application guidelines at this link.
📍 Learn more about tuition fees, grants, and scholarships at this link.
EHU Experts
Liliana Tymchenko
With over two decades of experience in legal practice and academia, Neada brings expertise in contracts drafting and negotiation, as well as a proficiency in filing court applications for changes in a corporation's acts of establishment. Holding a Certificate of Excellence in Teaching from the Central European University, she currently serves as an advisor at the Liberal Arts and Sciences Collaborative and is a CLASP Fellow.
Liliana Tymchenko
With over two decades of experience in legal practice and academia, Neada brings expertise in contracts drafting and negotiation, as well as a proficiency in filing court applications for changes in a corporation's acts of establishment. Holding a Certificate of Excellence in Teaching from the Central European University, she currently serves as an advisor at the Liberal Arts and Sciences Collaborative and is a CLASP Fellow.
Liliana Tymchenko
With over two decades of experience in legal practice and academia, Neada brings expertise in contracts drafting and negotiation, as well as a proficiency in filing court applications for changes in a corporation's acts of establishment. Holding a Certificate of Excellence in Teaching from the Central European University, she currently serves as an advisor at the Liberal Arts and Sciences Collaborative and is a CLASP Fellow.
Contacts
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