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United States Law, Graduate Certificate

2023-2024 Edition

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The Graduate Certificate in United States Law offers an introduction to U.S. law for students who have completed their law degree in countries other than the United States. The asynchronous, online format provides flexibility for students seeking to expand their knowledge of law.  

Complete all courses and requirements listed below unless otherwise indicated.

Foundational Course

Course List
Code Title Hours
LAW 6400Introduction to U.S. Law and Legal System3

Electives

Course List
Code Title Hours
Complete at least 10 credits of electives from the following:10
LAW 6401
Contracts
LAW 6402
Torts
LAW 6403
Constitutional Law
LAW 6404
Civil Procedure
LAW 6405
California Professional Responsibility
LAW 7000
Copyright
LAW 7001
Corporate Finance
LAW 7002
Intellectual Property
LAW 7004
Trademark
LAW 7005
Mergers and Acquisitions
LAW 7006
Secured Transactions
LAW 7007
Securities Regulation
LAW 7009
Intellectual Property and Technology Law
LAW 7010
Insurance Law
LAW 7011
Personal Income Tax
LAW 7012
Introduction to Business Organizations
LAW 7672
Data Privacy Compliance in the 21st Century

Program Credit

13 total hours required

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