BM (Hons) in Law and Business Studies
UGC APPROVED – OFFERED BY NSBM
Duration - 4 Years (Full time)
BM (Hons) in Law and Business Studies serves as a cornerstone for understanding the intricate relationship between law and business. Students delve into fundamental legal concepts while exploring their practical applications in the corporate world. The course covers certain law modules and certain business specific modules. It emphasises the role of law in shaping ethical business practices and corporate decision-making.
KEY FEATURES
- Integration of Law and Business Courses: The programme offers a balanced curriculum that combines courses in law and business administration. This integration allows students to see how legal principles and business strategies are interconnected
- Core Courses in Law: Students typically study foundational legal subjects such as contract law, constitutional law, criminal law, and tort law. These courses provide a solid understanding of legal principles and their application in various contexts.
- Core Courses in Business Studies: Business-related courses cover areas such as finance, management, economics, human resources and accounting. These courses help students develop a strong foundation in business concepts and practices.
- Interdisciplinary Courses: The programme offers specialised courses that explore the intersection of law and business. These courses may cover topics like commercial law, Entrepreneurship, international business management, and leadership
- Practical Experience: This interdisciplinary programme include opportunity for practical experiences, such as internships. This hands-on experience can help students apply their knowledge in real-world situations.
- Research and Writing: The course focuses on research and writing that are essential to help students develop the skills needed to analyse legal issues, write legal documents, and make persuasive arguments.
- Business Analysis and Decision-Making: Courses in business analysis and decision-making provide students with the tools to assess business problems, make informed decisions, and develop strategic plans.
- Communication Skills: Effective communication skills, including negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal communication, are crucial in both law and business. Modules will conduct continuous assessments to enhance these skills.
- Faculty Expertise: The programme modules will be delivered by Faculty members as well as visiting experts with expertise in both law and business, ensuring that students receive quality education and guidance in both areas.
- Networking Opportunities: The programme provides networking opportunities with professionals in the legal and business fields, such as guest speakers, alumni connections, and industry events.
- Career Development Services Support services, such as career counselling, resume workshops, opportunities to participate in career fairs and job placement assistance are available.
PROGRAMME CONTENTS
Year 1
- Introduction to Law and Legal Systems
- Soft Skills Development
- Management Process
- Financial Accounting
- Sustainability (non-credit Compulsory)
- Law of Obligations
- Law of Contracts
- Computer Application
- Business Environment
- Professional Communication
- Business Mathematics and Statistics
- Academic Writing
Year 2
- Employment Law
- Criminal Law
- Constitutional Law
- Human Resources Management
- Marketing Management
- Logistics Management
- Law of Evidence
- Law of Corporations
- Organisational Behaviour
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Year 3
- Company Law
- Strategic Management
- Public International Law
- Industrial Training/ Internship
- Research Methodology
- Advanced Commercial Law
- Industrial Health and Safety
- International Business Management
Year 4
- International Investment Law
- Work Psychology and Counselling
- Intellectual Property Law
- Operational Research
- Research Module
- Banking and Finance Law
- Tax Law
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Leadership for Organisational Change
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
Students should have either of the following qualifications
- A Candidate should have three passes (3 “S”) from any Arts, Commerce, Biological Science, Physical Science or Technology streams in a single sitting at one of the following examinations or equivalent foreign qualifications is the minimum entry requirement.
- G.C.E. Advanced Level examination conducted by the Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka.
- G.C.E Advanced Level examination conducted by Pearson Edexel, UK (London A/L).
- International Advanced Level examination conducted by Pearson Edexel, UK.
- G.S.E Advanced Level examination conducted by Cambridge International Examination, UK
Candidates with impressive results at a foreign examination held outside Sri Lanka, deemed equivalent to G.C.E. (Advanced Level) Examination of Sri Lanka are eligible to apply for admission.
- Year 1 - 700,000 LKR
- Year 2 - 700,000 LKR
- Year 3 - 700,000 LKR
- Year 4 - 700,000 LKR
- Registration Fee - 10,000 LKR
- Library Fee - 5,000 LKR
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COURSE FEE
The fee for each semester is 350,000 LKR
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Academic and Research Positions:
Those interested in academia or research can pursue careers as professors, researchers, or policy analysts in areas related to e-commerce law, technology law, or internet policy.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
This interdisciplinary degree programme in law and business studies is aimed to equip students with a well-rounded education that prepares them for careers in any corporate settings, entrepreneurship, compliance, or other related fields where legal and business knowledge are highly valued.
It will also give opportunities to serve as business consultants on a self-employment basis.