LLM International Commercial Law — Study Online from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Living and thriving in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, you can advance your legal career with the LLM International Commercial Law delivered 100% online in exclusive partnership between the University of Salford and Robert Kennedy College. This rigorous, globally oriented programme lets you study where you are today while preparing for the opportunities you want tomorrow.
Whether you are looking to elevate your current role, pivot into the international arena, or future‑proof your expertise, this LLM equips you with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to operate across borders. You will join a dynamic global community, collaborate with experienced professionals, and learn from faculty with world‑class academic pedigrees—all without pressing pause on your life in Kuala Lumpur.
The concepts, frameworks, and analytical skills you develop are readily applicable to complex cross‑border transactions, international dispute resolution, and multinational corporate environments. With modern, flexible online learning designed for working professionals, you can keep your career—and your life—moving forward while you study.
Awarded a British degree recognised internationally
Upon successful completion, you earn a British degree awarded by the University of Salford—an achievement that signals quality and credibility across continents. Employers and clients recognise the hallmark of British legal education, opening doors in international law firms, corporate legal departments, NGOs, and global institutions.
Because international recognition matters when your ambitions are global, this credential helps you stand out in competitive markets. Whether you are negotiating cross‑border contracts, advising multinational clients, or advancing in corporate leadership, a British LLM lends you a respected voice at the table.
Complete your degree 100% online in as little as undefined
Designed for professional momentum, the programme can be completed entirely online in as little as undefined, depending on your pace and personal commitments. You decide how to structure your learning journey, so your study plan aligns with your career, family, and life.
Each module is purposefully structured to help you progress steadily, with clearly defined milestones and ongoing guidance. You will experience the depth and rigor of a campus programme—delivered through a streamlined digital experience that empowers you to finish efficiently and confidently.
No fixed lecture times—study on your schedule
There are no mandatory live sessions at specific times or dates. You can engage with lectures, readings, and activities when it suits you—early morning before the city wakes, during a lunch break in KL’s business district, or late evening after your day’s commitments.
This true flexibility keeps you in control. If your week gets busy, you simply adjust your study blocks accordingly. The programme’s asynchronous design ensures that your learning keeps pace with your life—not the other way around.
Truly mobile learning—anywhere, even offline
Our mobile app lets you download study materials and watch lectures offline, so you can keep learning even when you are on the move. Whether you are commuting on the MRT, flying for a client meeting, or enjoying a weekend getaway, your campus travels with you.
Because the platform is built for real‑life mobility, you can review readings, contribute to discussions, and submit assessments from virtually anywhere. Your progress is always synced, keeping your learning continuous and your momentum strong.
Open‑book assessments that mirror real‑world practice
Instead of traditional closed‑book, question/answer exams, you will engage in open‑book assessments that emphasize analysis, application, and strategic thinking. This approach reflects how legal professionals actually work: accessing sources, interpreting precedents, and crafting well‑reasoned advice.
Open‑book assessments reward critical thinking and clarity of argument. You will build a portfolio of work that demonstrates your ability to solve complex international commercial law problems—exactly the kind of capability employers value.
Learn from faculty with elite university pedigrees
You will be guided by tutors and faculty who graduated from world‑renowned universities, including Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. Their academic backgrounds and professional insights enrich every discussion and deepen your understanding.
Benefit from faculty who bring together scholarship, practice, and mentorship. Their perspectives help you connect theory to impact, and their feedback accelerates your growth as a reflective, effective legal professional.
Join a truly global cohort and alumni network
Study alongside peers from over 130 countries—professionals who bring diverse viewpoints from law, finance, technology, energy, logistics, and development. This global classroom challenges you to think bigger, listen deeper, and collaborate across cultures and jurisdictions.
Our alumni can be found in international organisations like AIA, Australian international school malaysia, United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, Sony, offering a powerful network for inspiration and connection.
Flexible payment plan—up to 18 monthly interest‑free instalments
Advancing your education should be achievable and sustainable. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest‑free instalments, helping you budget predictably while you invest in a degree with lasting impact.
This flexibility lets you focus on what matters: building expertise, earning a respected qualification, and unlocking the next chapter of your career—without undue financial pressure.
Your Kuala Lumpur advantage
Kuala Lumpur is a vibrant gateway to ASEAN and a nexus for international commerce, logistics, and infrastructure. With an LLM rooted in international commercial law, you will be better prepared to navigate cross‑border transactions, regional supply chains, and complex contractual frameworks that underpin trade flows through Malaysia’s strategic corridors. Your enhanced ability to draft, interpret, and negotiate international agreements can add immediate value to employers engaged in import–export, manufacturing, shipping, and infrastructure development.
As a financial and corporate hub, the city hosts regional headquarters, banks, and investment firms that require legal professionals adept at risk management, compliance, and governance across jurisdictions. The programme strengthens your capacity to advise on international financing, securities, joint ventures, and mergers and acquisitions—skills that can translate into roles in in‑house legal teams, consulting, or advisory functions within KL’s bustling corporate ecosystem.
Kuala Lumpur’s fast‑growing technology, telecoms, and digital economy—spanning fintech, e‑commerce, data‑driven services, and innovation—demands legal talent attuned to cross‑border IP, data, licensing, and platform agreements. With the LLM, you will be equipped to engage confidently with multinational tech clients, regional startups scaling across markets, and global vendors, strengthening your profile for roles at the intersection of law, technology, and international business.
Ready to take the next step?
Your journey can begin right where you are. Shape a global legal career while living and working in Kuala Lumpur. Learn flexibly, build a powerful network, and earn a respected British LLM that travels with you wherever opportunity leads. Request our course catalogue to explore modules, admissions details, and how this programme can accelerate your ambitions.