The Concentration in Business Law is a formal recognition that a student has pursued a concentrated course of study in business law. Students may satisfy the concentration with a variety of courses related to general business, ESG, emerging industries, green business, or other interests as described below. The faculty director may authorize additional electives not presently approved. Authorizations should be sought in advance.

On-campus 3-year JD students must declare the Concentration by the end of their fourth semester. Other students should consult the Student Handbook and/or speak with the Faculty Director. There is no penalty for failing to complete the requirements of a declared concentration.

REQUIREMENTS

The Concentration requires a minimum of 15 credits of coursework as described below. Required classes include Business Associations and one other class from the list of Core Electives. Eligible courses completed through Directed Study qualify. Students must earn a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher in courses counted toward the requirement. Students must additionally complete an AWR or equivalent written work for any class or independently that has been approved by the Faculty Director. Previously conducted scholarship may qualify for approval, however advance discussion and planning is prudent.

FREQUENTLY OFFERED QUALIFYING COURSES (with credits) REQUIRED: Business Associations (4)

CORE ELECTIVES

At least one course from this section or as approved by the Director, no maximum

GENERAL ELECTIVES

No maximum, other requirements must be satisfied

COMPLETE QUALIFYING COURSE LIST

 Offered and Directed Study courses from this list automatically qualify.

REQUIRED: Business Associations (4) (previously Corporations & Other Business Associations)

CORE ELECTIVES

GENERAL ELECTIVES