Enhance your legal knowledge through comparative study of national and foreign justice systems with our LL.M program at the National University of Management. By the end of this program, students will identify and propose solutions for weaknesses in Cambodia's legal system using a comparative law approach.
The Master of Laws in Comparative Law (MCL) at the National University of Management is designed for students who wish to deepen their legal knowledge and skills through the comparative study of national and foreign justice systems in the context of globalization. The program emphasizes the use of comparative law as a method of learning and research, enabling students to identify weaknesses in Cambodia’s legal system and propose solutions by drawing on international practices and experiences.
Through this approach, students gain a clearer understanding of national laws, develop the ability to interpret and refine legislation, and explore practical applications from other jurisdictions. Areas of specialization include constitutional law, administrative law, criminal law, civil law, labor law, corporate law, e‑commerce law, secured transactions, digital law, and international law.
The School of Public Policy at the National University of Management offers a Master's program in Comparative Law. Students must complete two years of coursework, earning a total of 48 credits, and are required to write a thesis.
No | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PLJ | Philosophy of Law/Jurisprudence | 3 | |
| 2 | CCL | Comparative Constitutional Law | 3 | |
| 3 | CVL | Comparative Civil Law | 3 | |
| 4 | CRL | Comparative Criminal Law | 3 | |
| 5 | SSI | Specialized Seminar I | 1 | |
No | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | REM | Research Methodology | 3 | |
| 2 | CAL | Comparative Administrative Law | 3 | |
| 3 | CPL | Comparative Civil Procedural Law | 3 | |
| 4 | CCPL | Comparative Criminal Procedural Law | 3 | |
| 5 | SSII | Specialized Seminar II | 1 | |
No | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LSL | Comparative Labor & Social Security Law | 3 | |
| 2 | CDL | Comparative Digital Laws | 3 | |
| 3 | CCO | Comparative Corporate Law | 3 | |
| 4 | CIP | Comparative Intellectual Property Law | 3 | |
| 5 | SSIII | Specialized Seminar III | 1 | |
No | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RET | Research Thesis | 12 | |
***Specialized seminars are conducted by each supervisor and/or organized as a series by the NUM School of Public Policy to support students in mastering their majors and in writing their master’s theses. Within one week after the event, each student must submit the thesis deliverables and reflection papers to the administration for credit.
In parallel with the strategic plan of the National University of Management, the program learning objectives of the Master's Degree in Comparative Law include:
At the end of the Master's Program in Comparative Law, the students will be able to:
Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Law, or any other equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (Cambodia).
Candidates are required to successfully defend their research proposal and demonstrate English proficiency.
Under the Master’s Program in Comparative Law, students must complete a two-year curriculum consisting of 48 credit hours. This includes 36 credits for basic core, major, and elective courses, and 12 credits for the thesis, with a minimum IELTS score of 6.0. Students are also encouraged to actively participate in guest lectures, workshops, academic dialogue forums, and local or overseas study tours.
Students in comparative law can pursue diverse career opportunities in public, private, and non-profit sectors at local, regional, and international levels. Graduates may work in international law firms on cross-border disputes, in government roles within ministries, at international organizations like the UN and EU, in judicial systems supporting legal reforms, advising corporations on compliance issues, or in academia advancing legal research.
Contribute to policy‑making, legal reforms, and serve in ministries of justice, foreign affairs, or embassies.
Take on roles in institutions such as the United Nations, ASEAN, the European Union, and other global NGOs.
Engage in legal advocacy, human rights initiatives, and policy development.
Join law firms or provide specialized legal advice on comparative and international legal issues.
Advise multinational corporations on compliance, trade, and regulatory matters across jurisdictions.
Teach, conduct scholarly research, and contribute to the advancement of comparative legal scholarship.
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