Teaching and Learning

The Master’s Program in Commercial Law is built on a modern teaching and learning approach that combines theoretical lectures with practical work, case studies, interactive discussions, and research projects. The methodology aims to develop students’ critical thinking, analytical skills, and practical competencies, equipping them with a well-rounded foundation to face both professional and academic challenges.

In addition to engaging professors with strong academic and research backgrounds, the program also brings in renowned experts from the legal industry, who introduce practical experience and the latest field perspectives into the classroom. This blend of academic and professional resources enables students to build a solid bridge between theory and practice and gain direct exposure to the real-world challenges of the market.

The methods employed are designed to foster intellectual engagement, critical thinking, active learning, and the development of practical skills that are essential for professional and academic success in the field of commercial law. Below are the key pedagogical methods used in the program:

1. Case Studies and Legal Analysis
   These methods encourage active engagement with real-world scenarios, developing students’ analytical and critical thinking skills as they examine judicial practice and apply legal principles.
2. Group Work and Team Simulations
   Working in teams helps cultivate collaboration and problem-solving skills in settings that simulate commercial and judicial practices.
3. Problem-Based Learning (PBL)
   Students work on real legal dilemmas and challenges, strengthening their abilities in research, analysis, and creative decision-making.
4. Workshops and Practical Exercises
   Workshops in areas such as contract negotiation, arbitration, and corporate governance provide hands-on experience and direct knowledge application.
5. Moot Courts and Role-Playing Exercises
   These interactive exercises enhance understanding of legal procedures and advocacy skills, bringing students closer to the real challenges of courtroom practice.
6. Research Projects and Critical Reviews
   Independent research and critical analysis help students develop academic rigor and the ability to contribute meaningfully to scholarly discourse.
7. Industry-Specific Learning: Study Visits and Guest Lectures
   Visits to courts, agencies, and businesses, along with guest lectures from industry professionals, provide practical insights and up-to-date developments within the field.
8. Legal Memo Writing and Legal Communication
   Students learn how to draft legal memos and effectively communicate their analyses, reinforcing their professional communication skills.

The combination of these methods ensures that students are equipped not only with theoretical legal expertise but also with practical competencies that enable them to succeed in the job market and in academic pursuits.

The intended learning outcomes of the program are presented below:

1. To critically evaluate the structures and principles of commercial company law, demonstrating advanced knowledge of company formation, governance, and dissolution;
2. To conduct scientific research effectively by utilizing advanced methodologies, and to analyse critically data to support research in the field of commercial law;
3. To analyze business contract law, including contract formation, performance, and breach, and to demonstrate advanced knowledge in this area;
4. To compar the legal aspects of commercial companies law, national and international commercial contracts, intellectual property, financial and banking law, competition law, insolvency law, and arbitration in Kosovo with the European framework and global standards;
5. To develop creative answers for special areas of intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, and to demonstrate knowledge in managing intellectual property rights in a business context;
6. To critically analyze advanced commercial law topics, including the rights of commercial companies, business ethics, intellectual property rights, contractual commercial law, financial and banking law, international commercial arbitration, international commercial company law, and the international market in the EU.
7. To construct a systematic understanding of institutional structures and procedural frameworks in commercial judicial processes;
8. To manage teams in simulating commercial judicial processes, drafting commercial contracts, and providing critical analysis of phenomena, trends, and reforms in advanced commercial law, while contributing to the enhancement of knowledge in this field;
9. To use problem-solving skills in solving complex issues related to corporate governance practices and corporate social responsibility, and to analyze their impact on business performance and stakeholder relations, demonstrating knowledge in these areas;
10. To plan a research project in a commercial law topic, formulate research questions and hypotheses, critically analyze and interpret findings, and demonstrate academic rigor in a well-structured and defensible thesis.

The intended learning outcomes of the LLM program in Commercial Law at UBT are closely aligned with the institution’s mission and strategic goals, reflecting our commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and societal impact.