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Diploma in Company Law

Diploma in Company Law

Course Overview

The Diploma in Company Law (DCL) covers company law principles, corporate governance, compliance, and legal practices. It equips students with skills in company formation, management, and regulatory requirements, preparing them for roles in legal advisory, corporate compliance, and management.

Duration:

1 year (2 semesters)

Syllabus:

The syllabus for the Diploma in Company Law typically spans two semesters. Below is a sample outline:

Semester 1:

  1. Introduction to Company Law:

    • Overview of the Indian Companies Act, 2013

    • Types of companies: Public, private, one-person company, limited liability partnerships (LLPs)

    • Incorporation of companies and legal procedures

  2. Corporate Governance:

    • Corporate governance principles and best practices

    • Role of directors, shareholders, and the board in corporate governance

    • Legal frameworks governing corporate governance in India

  3. Company Meetings and Resolutions:

    • Conducting board meetings, general meetings, and annual general meetings (AGMs)

    • Drafting resolutions and minutes of meetings

    • Legal provisions related to meetings and resolutions under Company Law

  4. Capital and Securities Laws:

    • Types of company capital: Share capital, preference capital, and debentures

    • Issue of shares and debentures, bonus shares, and stock splits

    • Securities laws and regulations governing capital markets in India

Semester 2:

  1. Mergers, Acquisitions, and Corporate Restructuring:

    • Legal framework for mergers and acquisitions under the Companies Act

    • Corporate restructuring: Amalgamation, demerger, and buyback of shares

    • Regulatory approvals and compliance with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)

  2. Corporate Insolvency and Winding Up:

    • Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016

    • Procedures for corporate insolvency resolution and liquidation

    • Winding up of companies: Legal requirements and processes

  3. Company Compliance and Reporting:

    • Statutory compliance requirements for companies under Company Law

    • Annual filings, secretarial audits, and compliance certificates

    • Reporting obligations to regulatory authorities such as SEBI and MCA (Ministry of Corporate Affairs)

  4. Project Work/Internship:

    • Practical experience through internships in corporate law firms or legal departments of companies

    • Project work involving company incorporation, compliance management, or corporate restructuring

    • Preparation of reports and presentations on company law topics

Average Fees:

  • ₹20,000 to ₹1,00,000 (varies by institution)

Exams to Attend:

  1. Internal Assessments:

    • Regular assessments through assignments, case studies, and practical projects related to corporate governance, mergers, and compliance management.

  2. Final Semester Examinations:

    • End-of-semester exams testing theoretical knowledge and practical legal skills related to company law.

  3. Professional Certifications (Optional):

    • Company Secretary (CS): Certification for legal compliance and corporate governance professionals.

    • Corporate Law Professional (CLP): Focuses on specialization in company law and corporate legal practices.

  4. Competitive Exams (Optional):

    • Entrance exams for further studies such as LLB with a focus on corporate law or Master’s in Business Law.

Top 10 Institutions in India:

  1. National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bangalore

  2. Indian Law Institute (ILI), New Delhi

  3. Symbiosis Law School, Pune

  4. Jamia Millia Islamia, Faculty of Law, New Delhi

  5. National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR), Hyderabad

  6. Amity Law School, Noida

  7. Faculty of Law, Delhi University

  8. Gujarat National Law University (GNLU), Gandhinagar

  9. Rajiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law, IIT Kharagpur

  10. National University of Juridical Sciences (NUJS), Kolkata

Top 10 Institutions in Kerala:

  1. National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS), Kochi

  2. Government Law College, Thiruvananthapuram

  3. Kerala Law Academy, Thiruvananthapuram

  4. Mahatma Gandhi University, School of Indian Legal Thought, Kottayam

  5. Rajagiri School of Social Sciences, Kochi

  6. St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam

  7. Farook College, Kozhikode

  8. Sacred Heart College, Kochi

  9. Calicut University, Department of Law, Malappuram

  10. Amrita School of Arts and Sciences, Kochi

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