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The Diploma in Law programme is meant to meet the current needs for paralegals with broad-based knowledge, skills and abilities. The programme incorporates specific tailor-made units that are designed to equip the students with practical skills necessary for paralegal duties. By the end of the course the student will be equipped to work in governmental and non-governmental organizations as investigating officers, court clerks, legal assistants and case-management officers. Objectives of the Programme To train the learner to conduct legal research and apply the knowledge learned to practical situations effectively. To develop critical and analytical legal reasoning. To equip the learner in practical skills such as public relations, computer skills and record management skills to enable them be more competitive in the job market. Course structure and Duration The Diploma in…

Course Rationale Society is dynamic and new issues emerge that require urgent response. There is therefore high demand for specialized and internationally responsive Legal Education. However, current law programs offered by various legal training institutions do not address these issues sufficiently. Thus the establishment of the School of Law at Mount Kenya University is a response to a felt need. This need covers the emerging trends in various aspects of life. Following a needs assessment exercise that involved the input of various stakeholders the following key areas were identified: inadequacy in research training; lack of training in legislative drafting, law reform, and election law. Why study the programme Apply legal theory, principles and rules in political, social and economic contexts; Demonstrate skills in legal research, logical argumentation, vigorous analysis of…

The LLM programme is accredited by the Council of Legal Education. Areas of specialization and the anticipated benefits of your qualification The Programme is tailored to meet diverse market needs both nationally and internationally. The areas of specialization are: International Business and Investment Law : This area of specialization focuses on the legal regulation of business transactions, foreign and domestic investments. A graduate of the programme would be able to understand the structure of international business and investment law and the legal environment in which it operates. Graduates of this programme will be able to practice and work in international commercial negotiations, investment and portfolio regulation, investment start-ups and offshoring and commercial law generally. International Human Rights and Democracy: Upon successful completion of the course, graduates shall have acquired knowledge in…