Graduate Certificate in International and Comparative Law at Illinois Institute of Technology

The J.D. Certificate in International and Comparative Law provides fundamental legal skills, familiarity with foreign laws, an understanding of clients' global needs, and a clear vision of what it takes to practice law in the international marketplace.

Faculty: Chicago-Kent College of Law  |  Department: Law  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Chicago, IL, United States

What you will study

Students in the program earn the Certificate in International and Comparative Law by successfully completing 14 credit hours of approved course work, including a 2-credit seminar (or specialized independent research).

Career pathways

Attorneys who focus on international and comparative law often work in-house at corporations or are part of law firms. Many are also employed by United States government agencies, such as the International Trade Commission; the departments of Commerce, State, Defense, and Homeland Security; and the Central Intelligence Agency. Those interested in public interest law often focus on international criminal law, environmental law, and human rights law. Roles include: Potential employers include:; International corporations; Law firms; U.S. government agencies.

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