European and International Business Law (Advanced LL.M.)
Career prospects
As a graduate of the Advanced Master European and International Business Law, you will be well prepared for challenging positions in a wide variety of national and international positions.
Lu Jia (China)
Alumna
"Before choosing Leiden University, I decided to visit Leiden. I fell in love with Leiden and the university immediately. Also after the graduation, my affection deepened for Leiden University which is a home away from home."
"The one year I spent in Leiden University is one of my most unforgettable memories in my life. I met such excellent professors and colleagues from the EIBL programme. What I learnt from this program has provided me with great practical skills for my future career. Overall, I would definitely recommend this program to anyone who is interested in the field of business law and is looking forward to having one significant, fulfilling and impressive year abroad."
Siyou Zhou (China)
Alumna
"During my studies in Leiden, I received great help and care from the faculty in this programme. From the courses, I have learned a lot from our experienced professors, which not only improved my scope of knowledge, but also helped me to find my internships in the Netherlands."
"Another important aspect from this programme is that I have known these knowledgeable and experienced professors, who I even today still keep in touch with to exchange academic thoughts, which as they always did and still do invoke my deeper thoughts.
Our faculty, especially Sheena and Prof. Tobler, sent us information about internships or jobs possibilities in this country or in Europe, which was very helpful for us to find work opportunities. Also, not only on the academic aspect, they care about us - international students - in all aspects, for example, Prof. Tobler holding a chocolate fondue at her house near Christmas, and Sheena caring about us in our daily lives (we could talk to her about anything). This programme truly made us feel welcomed academically and pastorally.'
Susanna Dittrich (Spain)
Alumna
"Studying the EIBL program has been an experience that I would recommend to anyone seeking to become an outstanding professional in today’s increasingly borderless business landscape."
"EIBL’s teaching method based on problem-solving, critical thinking analysis and practical application, as well as its teaching staff and international students makes its alumni unique and crucial professionals of any law firm, academic context, company or public institution."
Whilst some of our graduates return to their countries of origin in order to work there in various national capacities, others go on to internationally oriented careers. More specifically, our alumni have found internationally oriented jobs working with:
- Directorates of the European Commission;
- Ministries of Foreign Affairs;
- the World Trade Organization;
- internationally active non-governmental organisations;
- in house counsels of internationally acting corporations and consultancy firms;
- internationally acting law firms;
- services and judges’ cabinets at the European Court of Justice in Luxembourg (one has even become a judge herself, but that is, obviously, highly exceptional).
They have also been selected for PhD and other research and teaching positions at prestigious academic institutions, including, for example, the European University Institute in Florence but also our own Leiden Law School.
Career prospects Advanced LLM graduates
The Master of Advanced Studies programmes at Leiden Law School are challenging academic programmes that will prepare you for a career in law. However, this does not guarantee that upon graduation you will find employment in the Netherlands, Europe, or elsewhere. While Leiden Law School offers support in terms of career services for each programme, finding employment remains the responsibility of each individual student.
Our experience is that most of our graduates relatively easily find excellent jobs in the Netherlands, in Europe and other continents. However, it is important to note that jobs in these fields are highly competitive and that finding suitable employment may require time. Obtaining high grades in the programme will help but these will not be enough by themselves, as other criteria such as experience and language proficiency play an important role. Personal experience, expertise, former work experience, specific skills all contribute to finding a suitable position. We have seen many of our graduates eventually find the jobs they were looking for.