Law of International Trade Finance
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| LAWW4005 | Law | 4 | 15 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- LAWW4005
- School
- Law
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 15
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This module addresses the private law relating to the financial aspects of international trade, especially payment mechanisms and guarantees. Emphasis is placed upon the rules promulgated by the International Chamber of Commerce.
Target Students
Only available to PGT students within the School of Law and exchange students hosted by the School of Law.
Classes
This module is taught in seminar format.
Assessment
- 100% Electronic Exam (3-hour): Electronic exam.
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
1) Develop knowledge and understanding of the law of international trade finance from the international and comparative perspective(2) Develop analytical, research and communication skills that are relevant to the area of international trade finance law(3) In this module students will learn how such important payment mechanisms as documentary credits, collections, bank to bank reimbursements operate. They will also learn how autonomous guarantees can be used to secure performance of contractual obligationsLearning Outcomes
(1) Demonstrate a sound and accurate knowledge and understanding of the law of international trade finance
(2) Be able to apply knowledge to complex situations, recognise potential alternative solutions and provide a reasoned evaluation of them
(3) analysis relevant legal sources particularly rules promulgated by non-governmental organisations or domestic case law