B1800 - International Commercial Law

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course students are able to understand the international contracts and the principles regulating them. In particular, they are able to examine the International Commercial Contracts of the typical distribution sector, also according to the contractual and corporate antitrust law and joint venture agreements, with the aim to the internationalization of the company; they are also able to focus on different solutions for different situations.

Course contents

Abstract

Students will be guided through the sources of international trade and the key actors who shape its rules. They will learn to identify the law applicable to international contracts and to evaluate the various mechanisms for resolving disputes involving a foreign element in civil and commercial matters. Students will also grasp the fundamental principles of international contract law, understand the essential features of major contract types, including sales and commercial agency contracts, and gain insight into related negotiation strategies and drafting techniques. Throughout the course, particular attention will also be devoted to selected features of the legal system of the Republic of San Marino, especially where they offer an interesting perspective on the issues addressed.

Index

1. Introduction
2. Sources and Subjects of Law
3. Applicable Law
4. Dispute Resolution
5. International Contracts in General
6. Sales Conctract
7. Commercial Agency Contract

Readings/Bibliography

TBD

Teaching methods

The course is conducted through traditional lectures, supplemented by the analysis of international contracts and judicial decisions to demonstrate the practical application of relevant legal principles.

Assessment methods

Exam Format

Written exam consisting of open-ended and multiple-choice questions.

Assessment Criteria

Assessment considers the depth of knowledge of the subject matter of the course, the exercise of analytical and critical reasoning, and the ability to translate theoretical understanding into practical contexts.

Mark range:

• 18-19: knowledge of a very limited number of topics covered in the course and analytical skills that emerge only with the help of the teacher, expressed in an overall correct language;
• 20-24: knowledge of a limited number of topics covered in the course and ability to autonomous analysis only on purely executive matters, expression in correct language;
• 25-29: good knowledge of a large number of topics covered in the course, ability to make independent choices of critical analysis, mastery of specific terminology;
• 30-30 cum laude: excellent knowledge of the topics covered in the course, ability to make autonomous choices of critical analysis and connection, full mastery of specific terminology and ability to argue and self-reflection.

Office hours

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