LLM International Commercial Law — Study Online from Rwanda

Transform your legal career without leaving Kigali, Musanze, Huye, or anywhere else you call home in Rwanda. Through an exclusive partnership between the University of Salford and Robert Kennedy College, the LLM International Commercial Law empowers you to master the laws that shape cross-border business, trade, and investment. Built on rigorous academic theory that applies across jurisdictions, this programme equips you to navigate complex commercial relationships and global markets while you continue your professional and personal commitments in Rwanda.

Whether you aim to advise multinational clients, negotiate international contracts, or lead compliance and risk functions, this online LLM lets you study from your current location with the support of world-class faculty and a diverse cohort. You will develop the analytical precision, commercial awareness, and legal fluency needed to interpret international instruments, resolve disputes, and translate theory into strategic business outcomes—skills valued by employers worldwide.

Awarded a British Degree, Recognised Internationally

Graduate with a respected British Master of Laws that signals academic excellence, global orientation, and professional credibility. A British degree is widely recognised across continents, opening doors in international firms, corporations, NGOs, and government agencies that value a rigorous legal education grounded in common-law traditions.

This credential demonstrates that you can work with complexity, interpret international commercial frameworks, and communicate legal strategy clearly across borders. From Kigali’s emerging financial hub to multinational in-house teams, your degree will help you stand out in competitive hiring markets.

Finish Faster, 100% Online — in as little as undefined

Your time is valuable. The programme is designed for efficiency and focus, so you can progress at a pace that fits your life. Because it is delivered entirely online, you avoid travel and relocation, keeping your energy on what matters: mastering the law and advancing your career.

By concentrating your efforts on targeted, practice-relevant modules and research, you move steadily toward completion without compromising quality. The structure supports momentum and clarity—ideal for professionals balancing work and study in Rwanda.

No Mandatory Live Attendance — Learn on Your Schedule

There are no required log-ins at specific times or dates. You create a study rhythm that works around your workweek, family life, and commitments. Whether you prefer early mornings, late evenings, or weekend study sessions, the programme adapts to you.

This flexibility enables consistent progress without sacrificing your responsibilities. You remain fully engaged with course content, faculty feedback, and peer discussion—on a timetable you control.

Truly Portable Learning — Even Offline

Study wherever you are—at home, at the office, between meetings, or while travelling. Our mobile app lets you download study materials and lectures so you can continue learning even when you are offline or on the move.

This portability empowers you to turn everyday moments into meaningful learning opportunities. Whether you are commuting across Kigali or visiting clients across the region, your degree moves with you.

Open-Book Assessments that Reflect Real Legal Practice

Instead of classical question-and-answer exams, the programme uses open-book assessments that mirror how legal professionals actually work—consulting sources, analysing complex fact patterns, and crafting clear, persuasive arguments.

This approach evaluates your capacity to find, interpret, and apply the law to nuanced commercial challenges. You will strengthen the skills employers expect: research acuity, structured reasoning, and strategic judgment.

Learn from Globally Educated Faculty

Gain insight from tutors and faculty who graduated from world-renowned universities, including Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. Their international perspectives enrich the classroom, connecting theory to current practice.

Faculty bring experience across jurisdictions and industries, guiding you through case analysis, comparative perspectives, and real-world applications that sharpen both legal depth and commercial awareness.

Join a Truly Global Classroom and Alumni Network

Collaborate with peers from over 130 countries and expand your professional horizons through diverse viewpoints and cross-cultural dialogue. This rich community exposes you to how international commercial law is understood and applied around the world.

Our alumni work for international organisations like United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, Sony. Your network becomes a source of mentorship, opportunity, and insight into global legal practice.

Flexible Payment Plan to Fit Your Budget

Invest in your future with a clear, transparent cost structure. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments, helping you balance education with other financial priorities.

This flexibility makes it easier to start now rather than postponing your goals. Spread the cost while you build skills that can enhance your earning potential and expand your career pathways.

Why This LLM Matters for Professionals in Rwanda

Rwanda is positioning itself as a regional gateway for investment, finance, and innovation. With the country’s growing role in cross-border trade through the East African Community and the broader African Continental Free Trade Area, expertise in international commercial law is an invaluable differentiator. This programme equips you to advise on cross-border contracts, dispute resolution mechanisms, and regulatory compliance—capabilities that are increasingly essential in Kigali’s evolving financial ecosystem and for businesses operating across East and Central Africa.

Rwanda’s focus on infrastructure development, energy projects, and public–private partnerships creates demand for professionals who can navigate complex procurement rules, risk allocation, and international financing arrangements. The LLM helps you interpret contractual frameworks, manage performance obligations, and anticipate legal risks across construction, logistics, and utilities—skills that support sustainable project delivery and investor confidence.

As the country accelerates its digital economy ambitions, from fintech to e-commerce and data-driven services, organisations seek legal talent with a firm grasp of commercial contracts, IP, cross-border data flows, and technology licensing. The programme’s international perspective prepares you to support startups, established tech firms, and global partners as they scale, transact, and collaborate—positioning you at the intersection of law, technology, and growth in Rwanda.

Study International Commercial Law, From Where You Are

From the first day, you will engage with substantive legal concepts that apply across jurisdictions—international sale of goods, carriage of goods, arbitration and dispute resolution, corporate governance, and more. The curriculum builds the analytical precision to interpret treaties, standard-form contracts, and regulatory frameworks that shape global commerce.

Your studies will be supported by a digital learning environment designed for working professionals. Structured modules, timely feedback, and guided research keep you moving forward, while discussion forums and collaborative projects ensure you benefit from the global perspectives of your peers.

Apply Your Learning Immediately

Every case you analyse, every argument you refine, and every research project you undertake can translate into practical value at work. Use your assignments to explore real issues you or your organisation face—cross-border contract terms, dispute resolution clauses, compliance with international standards—and turn academic work into strategic insight.

Whether you serve clients, work in-house, or lead your own venture, the programme helps you design solutions that are legally robust and commercially pragmatic. You become more than a specialist—you become a trusted advisor who can bridge law and business.

Build a Career That Travels

Because the programme’s theory applies internationally, your expertise travels well—across sectors, borders, and roles. From contract management and compliance to policy analysis and international arbitration support, your skill set aligns with employers who operate regionally and globally.

As your network grows, so do your options. Conversations with classmates and alumni can reveal opportunities in development finance, supply-chain management, trade facilitation, and technology partnerships—fields that reward legal minds who can see the big picture.

Ready to take the next step? Request our course catalogue and discover how studying the LLM online from Rwanda can transform your trajectory in international commercial law.