INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS AND TRADE
In today’s rapidly globalizing world, the International Economic and Trade Rules program is becoming increasingly significant, drawing attention from students passionate about international law and economics. With the continuous changes in trade, investment, and intellectual property regulations, the demand for experts in global economic governance is growing. This program aims to train professionals who can analyze and solve complex problems within the international context. So, what opportunities does this program offer, and who is best suited for it? Let’s explore!
Program Introduction
The International Economic and Trade Rules program is an interdisciplinary field focused on international trade and economic regulations, combining economics, law, and international relations. With the acceleration of globalization, the importance of international economic and trade rules is growing.
This program aims to cultivate students' ability to comprehensively understand and apply international trade regulations and policies.
Students will study topics such as the World Trade Organization (WTO), trade policies, international economic cooperation, and legal frameworks to meet the demands of economic and trade activities in the context of globalization.
Training Objectives
This program trains students who possess solid knowledge of Chinese law and professional legal abilities, as well as expertise in international civil and commercial law systems. Students will also deeply explore international economic and trade rules, develop a global perspective, and enhance cross-cultural communication skills.
Graduates will be prepared to serve as judges, international arbitrators, and international lawyers who handle international trade disputes within the World Trade Organization (WTO), international investment disputes at the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), and cross-border intellectual property disputes within the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). Furthermore, they will be equipped to solve foreign-related legal issues in initiatives such as the “Belt and Road” initiative, domestic free trade zones, and free trade ports.
Graduation Requirements
In addition to meeting the basic legal knowledge requirements for an undergraduate law program, students in this program are expected to have a foundation in economics, trade, investment, and finance. They must possess high-level legal knowledge necessary for handling international economic and trade rules and dispute resolution.
Students should also have a high level of proficiency in professional English, with strong skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, enabling them to work in relevant fields in English. Furthermore, students should possess strong logical thinking, writing, business analysis, and cross-cultural communication abilities.
Core Courses
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Introduction to Xi Jinping's Thought on Rule of Law
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Jurisprudence
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Constitutional Law
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Criminal Law
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Criminal Procedure Law
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Civil Law
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Civil Procedure Law
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Administrative Law and Administrative Procedure Law
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Economic Law
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Commercial Law
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Intellectual Property Law
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International Law
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International Private Law
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International Economic Law (English)
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Legal Ethics
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WTO Law (English)
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International Commercial Mediation and Arbitration (English)
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International Economics
Research Directions in International Economic and Trade Rules
The key research directions of the International Economic and Trade Rules program include:
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International Trade Theory
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WTO Law
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International Investment Law
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Regional Economic Cooperation
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International Economic and Trade Dispute Resolution
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Comparative Economic and Trade Law
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China’s Foreign Economic and Trade Law
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Research on Current Issues in International Economic and Trade Law
Degree Awarded
Graduates will be awarded a Bachelor degree. This program belongs to the field of law, and according to national policy, graduates are eligible to take the national unified legal profession qualification exam.
Career Development
Graduates can engage in legal work related to international economic and trade rules in government agencies, public institutions, international organizations, multinational companies, and international law firms. Alternatively, they may pursue postgraduate studies in law or related fields, such as a Master's in Law (LL.M.) domestically or abroad.
Related Majors
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Law
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Intellectual Property
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Penology
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Credit Risk Management and Legal Control
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Judicial Police Studies
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Community Correction
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Discipline Inspection and Supervision
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International Law
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Forensic Science
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National Security Studies
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Overseas Interests and Security
Top Universities Offering International Economic and Trade Rules
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Xi'an Jiaotong University
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Shanghai University of International Business and Economics
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Wenzhou University
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Gansu University of Political Science and Law
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Yunnan University of Finance and Economics
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Guilin University of Electronic Technology
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Shandong University of Political Science and Law
