About the Collaboration: iHUB, IIT Roorkee & LawSikho

This advanced program is brought to you by a partnership between two visionaries: iHUB DivyaSampark@IIT Roorkee, a flagship innovation hub under India's National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems, and LawSikho, widely recognized as the world's leading edtech platform.

With over 175 years of academic excellence, IIT Roorkee has been a cradle of technological leadership and disruptive ideas for generations. Its research centers and industry alliances are at the core of India's digital and engineering transformation. Within IIT, iHUB DivyaSampark stands at the cutting edge of cyber-physical systems, AI, machine learning, sensors, and next-generation smart device innovation—driving market-ready technology, startup incubation, and global research collaborations.

LawSikho, in parallel, has shaped the careers of thousands of professionals across India and beyond, earning its position as India's foremost legal edtech powerhouse. With an unmatched reach, hands-on industry integration, and alumni placed at top law MNCs, firms, and in-house teams worldwide, LawSikho empowers professionals to convert cutting-edge legal knowledge into high-impact, future-ready careers.

Together, this collaboration brings you an advanced education experience backed by world-class research, next-level innovation, and a proven track record of career success, setting a new gold standard for skills in India and across the globe.

Accreditation & Certification

This course is powered by iHub DivyaSampark@IIT Roorkee & LawSikho. You will receive a co-branded certificate from IIT Roorkee and LawSikho upon successful completion.

Master Practical, High-Impact International Business Law Skills to Accelerate Your Career Growth and Excel in Global Roles

In a globalised business environment, companies need leaders and lawyers who can navigate cross-border rules. They need professionals who understand how international transactions are structured, how investments are regulated, and how commercial deals function across jurisdictions. The demand for talent in international business law has grown rapidly as more organisations expand into new markets.

This program is designed for senior managers, founders, in-house counsel, practising lawyers, and students who want a complete grounding in international business laws. It is suited for anyone preparing for global roles, planning to enter new markets, or aiming for advanced studies such as an LLM abroad.

You will learn how international regulations shape foreign investment, taxation, labour compliance, intellectual property, cross-border contracts, and dispute resolution. You will also gain practical skills in drafting transactional documents, reviewing market entry structures, and assessing legal risks in cross-border operations. These abilities are essential for lawyers advising multinational clients and for business leaders responsible for international growth.

Whether you are leading a company, planning an overseas expansion, preparing for an LLM, or building a long term career in international business law, this program helps you become the kind of professional global organisations rely on when they operate across multiple jurisdictions.

The Global Business Landscape is Evolving Rapidly

In today’s global business environment, companies don’t just need lawyers. They need professionals who understand how international transactions work, how taxation shapes cross-border deals, and how disputes are resolved when multiple jurisdictions are involved. The demand for specialists in international business law has grown sharply as organisations expand beyond domestic markets.

This program is built for business leaders, founders, practising lawyers, law students, and consultants who want a complete and practical understanding of international business transactions. It is designed for anyone looking to guide global strategy, evaluate market entry options, manage regulatory risks, or build a career that extends beyond national boundaries.

You will learn to combine core legal principles with real-world knowledge of foreign investment rules, international taxation, commercial arbitration, contract drafting, and cross-border compliance. This integrated skill set prepares you for roles that require clear judgment, strategic thinking, and the ability to advise on complex international matters.

Whether you are leading a company, preparing for an LLM, building a consulting practice, or planning a long-term career in international business law, this program shows you how to become the kind of professional global organisations actively seek for high-stakes international work.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is designed for ambitious individuals who want to master international business law, cross-border transactions, and global legal practice skills.

Law Students & Recent Graduates:

Perfect for law students looking to work in international trade and commerce teams in big law firms, or those preparing for an LLM in International Business Law from a foreign university. Gain practical expertise in cross-border transactions that makes you stand out in every internship and interview.

Practicing Advocates & Litigators:

Lawyers who want to expand their practice across jurisdictions, specialize in international commercial law, or transition into international arbitration. Learn to represent clients in cross-border disputes and command premium fees for global expertise.

In-House Counsels & Corporate Lawyers:

Legal professionals working in companies with multinational presence who want to upgrade their capabilities. Master skills that help you transition into General Counsel roles with MNCs, lead cross-border M&A transactions, and guide company expansion into new markets.

Business Leaders & Entrepreneurs:

Founders looking to expand into international markets, top management of multinational companies, and business leaders who need to understand how international transactions are regulated. A founder cannot afford to blindly rely on external consultants—you need awareness to choose the best from among various options presented.

Management Consultants & Professionals:

Consultants who want to help client companies increase their global presence and understand regulatory challenges in entering new markets. Learn to sit on the board and help companies identify the right global strategy, taking into account various practical considerations.

Remote Work Seekers:

Lawyers and law students looking to secure paralegal work from foreign law firms and startups on a remote basis. The global freelance legal market is booming for those with cross-border transaction expertise.

What Will You Learn in This Course?

By the end of this 6-month program, you will not only understand how international business law works but also know how to structure cross-border transactions, draft international contracts, conduct arbitrations, and advise clients on global expansion like a professional international lawyer.

You will learn to:

• Master legal systems around the world, including common law and civil law jurisdictions, to navigate cross-border transactions with confidence.
• Understand basic principles of international law and how international contracts work across different legal systems.
• Navigate foreign market entry strategies with deep insights into major economies including USA, UK, Singapore, China, Middle East, Japan, Brazil, EU, Canada, and Russia.
• Create international tax strategies for global clients by understanding tax havens, DTAAs, transfer pricing, and structures used by major corporations.
• Identify and execute the best method of market entry—subsidiary formation, joint ventures, WFOEs, Delaware flips, Singapore flips, and more.
• Negotiate, review, and draft international commercial contracts with maximum enforceability and risk mitigation clauses.
• Conduct international commercial arbitration under major institutional rules (LCIA, ICC, SIAC, HKIAC, ICSID) from initiation to enforcement.
• Manage and negotiate international conflicts between commercial organizations and understand the role lawyers play in the conflict management process.
• Master the complete anatomy of contract drafting—from recitals and definitions to indemnities, limitation of liability, and dispute resolution clauses.
• Understand doing business requirements across 10+ major jurisdictions, including FDI regimes, taxation, labor laws, IP protection, and insolvency frameworks.
• Execute complex corporate restructuring, including Delaware and Singapore flips for accessing global capital.
• Enforce international arbitral awards across multiple jurisdictions, including Singapore, UK, US, Dubai, Netherlands, Canada, Malaysia, and Philippines.

Each module is designed to build your expertise progressively, from foundational international law concepts to advanced cross-border deal-making, thus preparing you to handle complex international roles in any industry.

Super 30: Real-World International Business Law Tasks You Can Master and Perform Like a Pro

Imagine being the international lawyer everyone turns to for cross-border deals, global structuring, and international dispute resolution. That's the transformation this course delivers.

Here are 30 real-world international business law tasks you will be able to perform with confidence and expertise:

International Legal Systems & Market Entry

• Analyze legal systems across jurisdictions (common law vs civil law) to advise clients on regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate when a business should expand into a foreign market and identify key determining factors.
• Advise on the right mode of entering a foreign market—subsidiary, branch office, joint venture, or WFOE.
• Navigate roadblocks in foreign market entry, including FDI restrictions, licensing requirements, and local regulations.
• Compare and advise on business structures across the US, Singapore, Dubai, UK, and EU for optimal operations.

Corporate Structuring & Entity Formation

• Execute a Delaware flip to help Indian startups access US venture capital and global investors.
• Execute a Singapore flip for companies looking to establish an Asia-Pacific headquarters.
• Draft constitutional documents (Articles of Association, Shareholder Agreements) for offshore parent companies.
• Incorporate entities in multiple jurisdictions and ensure alignment between parent and subsidiary structures.
• Advise on shutting down foreign entities and managing staff layoff implications across jurisdictions.

International Contract Drafting & Negotiation

• Draft comprehensive international commercial contracts with all essential clauses for cross-border enforceability.
• Negotiate high-value contracts representing global corporations with sophisticated negotiation techniques.
• Review and risk-assess international contracts to minimize future disputes.
• Draft NDAs, MOUs, Employment Agreements, EULAs, and Software Development Agreements for international clients.
• Draft Terms of Service and Privacy Policies compliant with EU law and GDPR requirements.

International Taxation & Transfer Pricing

• Analyze tax implications of cross-border business operations and digital product sales.
• Navigate Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs) and understand key tax categories.
• Structure international transactions using tax-efficient structures employed by global businesses.
• Advise on Permanent Establishment risks and commissionaire arrangement implications.
• Manage transfer pricing compliance, documentation, and disputes across jurisdictions.

International Commercial Arbitration

• Draft bulletproof international arbitration clauses that prevent pathological clause issues.
• Initiate international commercial arbitration proceedings before LCIA, ICC, SIAC, and HKIAC.
• Draft Statements of Claim, Statements of Defence, and applications for interim relief.
• Advise clients on seat selection, choice of arbitral institution, and applicable law.
• Enforce international arbitral awards across Singapore, UK, US, Dubai, and other major jurisdictions.

Doing Business Across Major Economies

• Advise on establishing presence in China including WFOE formation, FTZ selection, and JV structuring.
• Navigate US business structures (LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp) and advise on optimal state of incorporation.
• Advise on UK and EU market entry post-Brexit, including regulatory considerations and FDI regimes.
• Structure Dubai and Middle East operations leveraging free zones and tax advantages.
• Provide cross-jurisdictional advice on IP protection, labor laws, real estate, and insolvency frameworks.

By mastering these skills, you'll transform from someone who handles domestic matters to someone who drives global strategic decisions. You'll be the professional that organizations rely on for cross-border transactions, international structuring, and global dispute resolution.

Course Curriculum

This comprehensive 6-month program is structured into progressive modules, each designed to build upon the previous one and develop your expertise from foundational concepts to advanced international deal-making skills.

Key Highlights

✅ Campus Immersion – 2 days campus immersion and certificate issuance ceremony at IIT Roorkee
✅ Official Student ID – Get official student ID Card from iHub, IIT Roorkee
✅ Newsletter – Get iHub, IIT Roorkee newsletter subscription
✅ Live Online Classes – Master classes from IIT Faculties and Industry experts
✅ Practical Implementation Focus – 2 exercises per week for hands-on learning

✅10+ Jurisdictions Covered – USA, UK, Singapore, China, Middle East, Japan, Brazil, EU, Canada, Russia
✅Complete Contract Drafting Mastery – NDAs, MOUs, Employment Agreements, EULAs, Share Purchase Agreements
✅International Arbitration Training – LCIA, ICC, SIAC, HKIAC procedures and award enforcement
✅Complete LMS Access – Digital study materials on web, Android & iOS apps (Online 24/7 Access)
✅Unlimited Doubt Clearing – One-on-one sessions with mentors and instructors
✅Internship & Job Support – Placements, internships, and freelance opportunities throughout the learning journey
✅CV Enhancement & Interview Prep – Crafting standout CVs and enhancing interview skills
✅Professional Networking Coaching – Build strategic industry connections
✅Article Writing & Publishing Training – Establish thought leadership
✅3-Year Content Access – Stay updated with evolving international business law developments

Training Methodology

Online 24/7 access

Access study materials via our online portal & via our Android & iOS apps, learn at your own pace, on your own schedule.

Practical Exercises

Two practical exercises every week with a comprehensive set of solutions each followed by detailed written feedback from industry experts. You will build real deliverables, i.e., contracts, agreements, arbitration documents, all beyond just completing exercises.

Live Online Classes

Live online classes based on exercises, allowing questions, discussions, and real-time feedback with instructors.

Convenient Class timings

Classes are held after work hours, typically after 8 PM on weekdays or on Sundays, to suit working professionals and students perfectly.

Live Doubt Clearing

One-on-one sessions with mentors and instructors to ensure you never feel stuck or confused.

Career Potential After This Course

After completing this program, you will be equipped to take on strategic international roles across industries, from global law firms to multinational corporations, international consulting practices, and in-house legal teams.

Career Roles You Can Pursue

• International Corporate Lawyer – Advise on cross-border transactions, M&A, foreign market entry, and global corporate structuring.
• General Counsel (MNCs) – Lead legal functions for multinational companies, negotiate cross-border deals, and finalize global strategies.
• International Arbitration Counsel – Represent clients in international commercial disputes before LCIA, ICC, SIAC, and other major institutions.
• Cross-Border M&A Associate – Support mergers and acquisitions with international due diligence, deal structuring, and regulatory compliance.
• International Tax Counsel – Advise on global tax structures, transfer pricing, DTAAs, and BEPS compliance.
• Foreign Investment Advisor – Guide companies on FDI regulations, market entry strategies, and entity formation across jurisdictions.
• International Trade & Commerce Associate – Work in big law firms handling cross-border trade, WTO matters, and international commercial transactions.
• Contract Specialist (Global Operations) – Draft and negotiate international commercial contracts, ensuring enforceability across multiple jurisdictions.
• Management Consultant (International Expansion) – Advise companies on regulatory challenges, market entry strategies, and global business structuring.
• Freelance International Legal Consultant – Offer remote legal services to foreign law firms, startups, and businesses worldwide.

Career Growth Opportunities

Legal professionals with international business law skills consistently command significantly higher compensation compared to those with purely domestic expertise.

General Counsel roles in MNCs, international law firm partnerships, and cross-border advisory practices remain among the most lucrative career paths in law, with rapid advancement opportunities for skilled professionals.

The demand for international arbitration and cross-border transaction expertise continues to outpace supply, creating exceptional opportunities for those who master these skills.

Companies have increasingly started giving strong leadership positions to their General Counsels, who can play a key role in negotiating cross-border deals and finalizing global strategies.

Freelancing and remote consulting opportunities are expanding rapidly, allowing skilled professionals to build location-independent careers serving global clients.

Where You Can Work

• Leading international law firms and global legal practices
• Multinational corporations with global presence
• In-house legal departments of Fortune 500 companies
• International arbitration institutions and chambers
• Top-tier consulting firms and boutique international advisory practices
• Companies with multinational presence looking for in-house counsels
• Foreign law firms seeking remote paralegal and legal support
• Freelance platforms serving clients across India, US, UK, Singapore, and Middle East

By mastering both international legal principles and advanced cross-border transaction skills, you position yourself at the forefront of one of the highest-growth career paths in the legal profession.

What Kind of Recruitment and Placement Support Will I Get?

• Employer Recognition: Many leading employers, law firms, and companies actively seek our high-performing students for international legal roles.
• Career Opportunities: Success in our courses can lead to job placements, internships, and assessment opportunities in international law firms, MNCs, consulting firms, and in-house legal teams.
• Empowering Learners: We focus on empowering learners with not just knowledge and skills, but also real-world job opportunities.
• Dedicated Support Team: Our dedicated team assists you with placements, internships, and freelance opportunities throughout your learning journey.
• Proven Success: Between April 2020 and March 2025, we've helped over 53,006 students secure jobs, internships, and remote freelance opportunities.
• Media Recognition: Our achievements have been featured in respected media outlets like The Hindu, Business World, and India Education Diary.
• Impressive Value: Between April 2020 and March 2025, our students have secured over USD 5.2 million worth of work in jobs and internships, with the highest earning record of USD 44k domestically and USD 97K internationally.
• Comprehensive Support: From day one, our placement team guides you in setting goals, crafting standout CVs, enhancing interview skills, and supporting your critical first month on the job or during an internship.
• Trusted Recruiters: We've built strong collaborations with recruiters who prefer hiring our well-trained students with proven international business law skills.
• Competitive Edge: Partnering with us gives you an edge in the job market and opens doors to exciting international legal career prospects.

Can I Get Remote Freelance Work After Doing This Course?

Yes. In fact, one of the major goals of this program is to help you start earning remotely by applying your international business law skills to real projects for clients worldwide.

At LawSikho, we see two kinds of learners: those who already have legal backgrounds, and those who are building their skills from scratch. This course is designed to help both groups become highly competent international business lawyers capable of delivering professional work remotely.

For learners who complete this program, we guide you in offering high-demand freelance services such as:

• International contract drafting and review for global clients
• Cross-border entity formation and corporate structuring advice
• Foreign market entry strategy consulting
• International tax structuring and DTAA analysis
• International arbitration document preparation
• Terms of Service and Privacy Policy drafting (EU/GDPR compliant)
• Paralegal support for foreign law firms
• Due diligence support for cross-border M&A transactions

Our focus is practical: we help you land your first three clients. You will learn how to craft professional proposals on platforms like Upwork and Fiverr, showcase your international legal work with real examples, and manage client communication with confidence.
Once you complete a few freelance projects, you will have both the experience and credibility to secure clients independently and command higher rates.

You will also build a strong freelance-ready portfolio, complete with sample contracts, arbitration documents, and advisory memos that set you apart from typical legal professionals.

Between April 2021 and March 2025, LawSikho helped create over 27,500 freelance opportunities, generating over USD 1.2 million in verified project value. Many of our learners now earn consistently through remote freelance work, serving clients across India, the US, UK, and Middle East.

This course is not just about learning international business law; it's about turning those skills into income, whether through freelancing, remote corporate jobs, or building your own consulting practice.

How Will You Clear My Doubts and Help Me If I Am Struggling to Understand or Learn a Concept?

In our live classes, you can ask questions and have your doubts cleared in real-time with instructors and peers.

If you need more help after completing your assignment or want career advice, you can schedule a private one-on-one call. Our evaluators and mentors are here to assist you and give you advice that's tailored to your needs.

Our dedicated support team is available to help you understand complex international legal concepts, contract drafting techniques, arbitration procedures, or tax structuring methodologies—ensuring you never feel stuck.

Money-Back Guarantee

If you take this course, follow it diligently for a month, attend all classes, and do all the exercises but still do not find value in it, or are not able to understand or follow it, or do not find it good for any reason, we will refund the entire course fee to you. It is a 100% money-back guarantee with only one condition: you must pursue it properly for a month. If you don't find it valuable after that, get your entire money back.

What Makes This Course Unique?

Recognized Certification by iHUb@IIT Roorkee and LawSikho:

Get certified by the National Skill Development Corporation under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship—a government recognition that adds immense credibility to your profile.

Complete International Law-to-Global Practice Progression:

Unlike courses that only teach contract law or only teach international taxation, this program covers the complete spectrum - from understanding global legal systems to advanced international arbitration, cross-border structuring, and multi-jurisdictional practice.

Hands-On Cross-Border Transaction Mastery:

Every concept is immediately applied through practical exercises. You'll draft international contracts, prepare arbitration documents, structure cross-border transactions, and create real deliverables that form your professional portfolio.

10+ Major Jurisdictions Covered:

Comprehensive coverage of USA, UK, Singapore, China, Middle East (GCC), Japan, Brazil, European Union, Canada, and Russia—giving you the knowledge to advise clients on global operations across major economies.

Multiple Career Pathways:

Whether you're targeting General Counsel roles in MNCs, international law firm practice, international arbitration, cross-border consulting, or remote freelancing, this course provides specialized modules and clear roadmaps for each career path.

Designed for the Indian Professional with Global Relevance:

Learn using relevant business contexts and practical scenarios, while gaining skills that are valued by employers and clients worldwide.

Career-Centered Approach:

Most international law courses stop at education. This program goes further, to help you build job-ready portfolios, prepare for international law interviews, and even land your first freelance clients as you progress through the course.

Ready to Transform Your Career?

Enroll now and start your journey from domestic practice to a professional international business law career.

Course Duration: 6 months (24 weeks)
Classes per Week: 1 live class + 2 practical exercises per week
Certification: iHub @ IIT Roorkee and LawSikho
Access: Online 24/7 via web, Android & iOS apps 
Practice Requirement: 3-4 hours per week recommended

Transform yourself into a complete international business law professional—equipped with skills that global companies value, pay premium salaries for, and actively recruit.

Your future as an International Market Entry Specialist starts here.