International Business and Trade Law LL.M.

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.

The program develops practical skills necessary for handling complex transnational transactions and addressing sophisticated legal challenges vital to today’s international economy.

An individually tailored, flexible study plan and continuous support from academic advisors allow students to balance their education with professional commitments. Classes are held in the evenings, online format available depending on personal circumstances. Graduates have the opportunity to work in Lithuania and the European Union (subject to meeting national requirements).

📍 Program start date: March 1, 2026 (spring semester)
📍 Application period begins: From 17 November, 2025

Program offers Higher Residence, blended format, featuring evening live online classes, active engagement with instructors, a flexible schedule, strong academic community support, and final on-campus assessment.

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.

Why Choose This Program?

• European diploma — recognized qualification throughout Europe, opening extensive career opportunities.
• Practical orientation — hands-on experience in corporate law, international commercial arbitration, financial law, and intellectual property.
• Flexible learning format — regular evening classes and online modules designed to comfortably integrate study and work.
• English as language of instruction — program is available to candidates from all over the world.
• Professional legal English — training lawyers for effective professional practice in an international environment.
• International faculty with practical expertise — leading experts with substantial experience in international firms and corporations.
• Participation in prestigious competitions — developing professional competencies through international competitions such as The Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot.
• Individual academic advising — personalized support at every stage of your studies.
• Residence permit in Lithuania — option to obtain a temporary residence permit in Lithuania during studies.

Admission Requirements

📢 Important!

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:

Academic requirements:

• 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.