GSL Program Master of Arts in Law for Management – English programMaster of Arts (Law for Management)
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Master of Arts (Law for Management)

Master of Arts in Law for Management – English program

About the Program

Title of Degree and Program

Master of Arts (Law for Management)

  • Master of Arts Program in Law for Management – Thai program
  • Master of Arts Program in Law for Management – English program

Program Philosophy

Empower yourself !

Become a leader who speaks both law and management

In today’s dynamic business environment, the ability to navigate both the legal and managerial landscapes is a critical asset. The Master of Arts in Law for Management program is designed for ambitious professionals who aspire to become executives with a powerful legal skillset. The program aims to produce law graduates who are proficient in law and capable of applying their body of legal knowledge for management with morality and good governance for the benefits of the society and the country.

Objectives

  1. To produce graduates who will become legally savvy executives capable of applying their body of legal knowledge for efficient management with morality according to good governance principles 
  2. To enable graduates to integrate their body of legal knowledge and management so as to apply such knowledge for management activities and various occupations in both the public and private sectors 
  3. To increase managerial capabilities among graduates enabling them to apply legal knowledge to create a competitive edge for the benefits of the society and the country 
  4. To cultivate graduates with specialized expertise necessary for public and private executives

Course Management System

It is a bi-semester system. One academic year has two semesters, each lasting 15 weeks at the minimum. The program might cover a summer semester whose period and credits can be comparable to those in any regular semester.

Program Highlights

  1. Bridge the Gap This program breaks down knowledge between legal and management disciplines. All students will master core legal principles while honing essential management skills like strategic thinking, financial analysis, and effective leadership.
  2. Develop Legal Acumen for Business Gain a comprehensive understanding of how legal frameworks impact areas like contracts, intellectual property, corporate governance, and risk management. Learn to identify legal issues, assess risks, and make informed decisions within the legal boundaries.
  3. Executive-Level Focus This program strongly emphasizes the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills – a cornerstone for successful executives in today’s dynamic business world.

Potential Professions of Law Graduates

  1. Management-level personnel/administrators in the public and private sectors 
  2. Teachers, lecturers and academics in law and social sciences.
  3. Professionals in government agencies or establishments which require personnel with legal knowledge 
  4. Politicians and political officials
  5. Other freelance jobs

This program is ideal for

  1. Professionals seeking to transition into leadership roles within a legal or management setting
  2. Managers who require a deeper understanding of the legal implications of their decisions
  3. Lawyers who really wish to enhance their management skills including business acumen

Program Structure

To complete this program, all students are compulsory to complete 36 credits, with a grade point average of 3.0—the equivalent of a “B” average. All students are required to earn 2 years of full-time study. The first year is mostly dedicated to coursework and the second year to focus on the completion of a research paper. There are two tracks that students can select for application as a table below:

ModulesThesis TrackNon-Thesis Track
Supplementary subjectsnon-creditnon-credit
Foundation subjects6 credits6 credits
Core subjects9 credits9 credits
Major subjects9 credits9 credits
Elective subjects9 credits
Independent Study (IS)3 credits
Thesis12 credits
Comprehensive ExamWritten examination
 36 credits36 credits

Courses

Core subjects
LN 6001Systems of Contract Law
LN 6002Rule of Law, Ethics and Good Governance for Organization
LN 6003Law on Relations Between Public Organizations
Major subjects
LN 7004Law for Just and Sustainable Business
LN 7005Financial Technology and Crowdfunding in Business Sector
LN 7006Commercial and Business Contracts
Elective subjects
(selected)
LN 7109Law on the Business Operations of Local Administrative Organizations
LN 7111Law on Official Information and Personal Data Protection
LN 7201The Human Factors and Organizational Development
LN 7202Information Technology Law for Executives
LN 7203Ethics and Regulations on Artificial Intelligence
LN 7204Digital Marketing and Consumer Protection
LN 7207Introduction to Chinese Law and Business Culture
LN 7209International Investment for Sustainable Production of Goods
LN 7212ASEAN and the World Trade

Tuition and Fees

  • The cost for this program is 308,900 THB
  • The payment shall be due at the beginning of every semester.

How to Apply

  1. Holding a bachelor’s degree or a certificate equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in any field from any government or private educational institution both domestically and internationally that is certified by the Office of the Civil Service Commission or the Office of the Higher Education Commission.
  2. Having some work experience of at least 1 year (up to the date of application).
  3. Being able to present a letter of reference or certification from a supervisor/employer certifying that the applicant’s position and period of work experience are in line with those written in the application form. Any applicant who is a self-employed lawyer or a freelancer must provide some legal documents or evidence of his/her occupation or profession, such as company certificate, juristic person certificate, etc.
  4. Being able to devote time to study as specified in the curriculum.