Major: Economic Law
Program Overview: This program provides a comprehensive understanding of the legal frameworks governing economic activities, financial markets, and business operations. Combining legal studies with economic principles, it prepares graduates to navigate the complex intersection of law and economics. The curriculum emphasizes commercial law, competition law, financial regulations, and international economic law, equipping students for careers in legal consultancy, corporate compliance, and regulatory bodies.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand legal principles governing economic activities and financial markets.
- Develop expertise in commercial law, competition law, and financial regulations.
- Learn about international economic law and cross-border transactions.
- Gain skills in legal analysis, case study evaluation, and regulatory compliance.
- Explore the impact of economic policies on legal frameworks.
- Master legal aspects of corporate governance, mergers, and acquisitions.
- Understand the role of legal institutions in economic development and market regulation.
Core Courses:
- Introduction to Economic Law
- Overview of economic law and its role in regulating markets.
- Commercial Law
- Legal aspects of business operations, contracts, and corporate governance.
- Competition Law
- Regulations governing market competition, anti-trust laws, and fair trade practices.
- Financial Market Regulations
- Legal frameworks for banking, securities, and capital markets.
- International Economic Law
- Cross-border transactions, international trade law, and global economic regulations.
- Tax Law
- Principles of taxation, tax planning, and compliance.
- Corporate Law
- Legal aspects of corporate structures, mergers, acquisitions, and governance.
- Intellectual Property Law
- Protection of intellectual property rights in economic contexts.
- Banking and Insurance Law
- Legal frameworks for banking operations, insurance, and financial services.
- Legal Analysis and Case Studies
- Analyzing legal cases, drafting legal documents, and understanding judicial processes.
- Practicum in Economic Law
- Internships or practical projects with law firms, corporate legal departments, or regulatory bodies.
- Capstone Project
- Comprehensive research project or case study on a specific area of economic law.
Assessment Methods:
- Legal case analyses
- Drafting of legal documents and contracts
- Research papers on economic law topics
- Simulated courtroom exercises and moot courts
- Practicum evaluations and capstone project presentations
Recommended Textbooks and Resources:
- Economic Law: An Introduction by David Gerber
- Commercial Law by L.S. Sealy and R.J.A. Hooley
- Competition Law by Richard Whish and David Bailey
- International Economic Law by Andreas F. Lowenfeld
- Turkish Commercial Code and related legal texts
Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of law or economics.
Program Duration: 4 years (bachelor’s degree), including coursework and internships.
Certifications: Graduates can pursue certifications such as:
- Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)
- Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)
Career Paths:
- Corporate Lawyer (specializing in commercial and economic law)
- Compliance Officer (ensuring adherence to financial and economic regulations)
- Legal Consultant (advising on economic law and business operations)
- Regulatory Affairs Specialist (working with government agencies and regulatory bodies)
- Financial Regulator (overseeing compliance in financial markets)
- Intellectual Property Lawyer (focusing on IP rights in economic contexts)
Why This Major?
Economic law is a critical field that bridges the gap between legal studies and economic activities. This program prepares students to navigate complex legal and economic landscapes, making them valuable assets to corporations, law firms, and regulatory bodies. Graduates will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in a dynamic and evolving financial and legal environment, addressing the needs of both local and international markets.
