About CBLT
The Centre for Business Laws and Taxation (CBLT) is one of the Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab’s flagship centres. The Center aims to further its objective of bridging the gap between the theory and practice of corporate law.
About RGNUL
The Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), Punjab, was established by the State Legislature of Punjab by passing the Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab Act, 2006 (Punjab Act No. 12 of 2006). The Act incorporated a University of Law of national stature in Punjab, to fulfil the need for a Center of Excellence in legal education in the modern era of globalization and liberalization.
About the Course
The landscape of corporate law has been changing and has even undergone a sea change during the last few decades. Varied issues in the corporate law domain, including insolvency resolution of companies, mergers and amalgamation deals, etc., have sprung up, and corporate lawyers have had to confront ever-changing corporate world regulations. To cope with such issues, the legal framework has also undergone amendments and the enactment of new laws, rules, and regulations. Further, there is a wide gulf between law in theory and law in practice. Keeping this in mind, the certificate course on corporate laws and practice is structured to analyze the current legal issues in the field of corporate litigation by identifying the lacunae existing in corporate law to benefit law students and young professionals who understand the nuances of corporate litigation. It will cover various topics of contemporary importance, such as structuring a merger deal, preparing a resolution plan, regulating cryptocurrency, data privacy, and competition law, among others.
Objectives of the Course
– To acquaint learners with the practical aspects of various business laws.
– To develop the corporate drafting skills of the learners and an understanding of the practical aspects of the law relating to insurance, competition, and investment.
– To acquaint learners with contemporary developments in business laws.
– To enhance analytical and critical thinking skills in the field of corporate finance.
– To analyze judicial opinions and legal arguments on crucial business matters.
Teaching Methods
The course will be taught through online and offline lectures by experts in corporate law. Together with the lecture method & case study method, the collaborative method may also be adopted to analyze the issues surrounding the various aspects of the legal and regulatory framework of companies. End-of-session assignment to be discussed in the next session, like a dummy case study.
Eligibility Criteria
The course would be open to law students pursuing a UG/PG course and other UG/PG courses, faculty, and practitioners.
Benefits
After the completion of the course, learners will be able to:
– Understand the practical nuances of various business laws.
– Develop corporate drafting skills.
– Understand the recent developments and amendments in various business laws.
– Develop real-life problem-solving aptitude and enhance negotiation skills.
– Draft key legal documents and arguments on corporate law matters.
– Develop critical and analytical thinking.
Course Evaluation
The course is a two-credit course, and for evaluation, examinations based on relevant MCQs relating to the topics discussed shall be held in online mode. Each participant shall be required to have 75% attendance to be eligible for the examination and must secure at least 55% marks to become eligible for the award certificate for the course.
How to Register?
Every student pursuing a UG/PG course, faculty, or practitioners in the field of law wishing to attend the online course has to register using the given link and fill out the Google form with all the required details.
No registrations beyond the deadline will be entertained.
Registration Fees
Rs. 2500 + applicable GST. The concessional fee for RGNUL students is Rs. 1500 + GST, if applicable. No fee shall be charged to senior CBLT members.
Registration Deadline
February 25, 2024, 11:59 p.m.
Contact Information
For further queries, please contact the Centre for Business Laws & Taxation (CBLT), RGNUL, Punjab, via email at [email protected].
STUDENT CONVENOR
– Mr. Harshit Bhimrajaka
CONVENOR (919829513257)
– MS. DIKSHI ARORA
CONVENOR (919024559982)
– Mr. Om Panday
DEPUTY CONVENOR (918287721398)
