Course Overview

The Diploma in Corporate Law (DCL) provides foundational knowledge in corporate legal principles, including company formation, governance, compliance, and mergers & acquisitions. Ideal for aspiring corporate lawyers, it equips students with skills to navigate corporate legal frameworks effectively.

Duration:

1 year (2 semesters)

Syllabus:

The syllabus for the Diploma in Corporate Law is typically structured over two semesters. Below is a sample structure:

Semester 1:

1. Introduction to Corporate Law:

• Overview of corporate law and its significance in business

• Legal framework for companies in India

• Companies Act, 2013: Incorporation, management, and functioning of companies

2. Corporate Governance:

• Principles of corporate governance

• Role of board of directors, corporate governance committees

• Rights and responsibilities of shareholders and stakeholders

3. Corporate Finance and Securities Law:

• Corporate finance basics: Capital structure, debt, equity

• Securities laws in India: SEBI regulations, stock market transactions

• Initial public offerings (IPOs), mergers, and acquisitions

4. Contract Law in Corporate Settings:

• Essentials of contract law: Formation, performance, breach

• Key business contracts: Joint ventures, partnership agreements, franchise agreements

• Enforcement of contracts and dispute resolution

Semester 2:

1. Competition Law:

• Overview of the Competition Act, 2002

• Anti-competitive agreements, abuse of dominance, mergers, and acquisitions

• Role of the Competition Commission of India (CCI)

2. Corporate Restructuring and Insolvency Law:

• Corporate restructuring strategies: Mergers, acquisitions, demergers, and amalgamations

• Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016

• Liquidation, corporate insolvency resolution, and recovery mechanisms

3. Employment Law in Corporate Settings:

• Labor laws relevant to corporate entities

• Employment contracts, employee rights, and workplace regulations

• Legal implications of HR practices and dispute resolution

4. Project Work/Internship:

• Practical experience through internships in corporate law firms or companies

• Project work focused on real-life corporate law issues and case studies

Average Fees:

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

Exams to Attend:

1. Internal Assessments:

• Regular assessments through assignments, case studies, and presentations.

2. Final Semester Examinations:

• End-of-semester exams covering theoretical and practical applications of corporate law.

3. Professional Certifications (Optional):

• Certified Corporate Law Professional (CCLP): Adds credibility to corporate law expertise.

• Company Secretary (CS): Certification for governance and compliance roles.

4. Competitive Exams (Optional):

• Entrance exams for higher studies such as LLB, LLM in Corporate Law, or MBA in Corporate Law.

Top 10 Institutions in India:

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

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

3. Symbiosis Law School, Pune

4. Indian Law Institute (ILI), New Delhi

5. Faculty of Law, University of Delhi

6. Amity Law School, Noida

7. Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), Delhi

8. Christ University, Bangalore

9. ICFAI Law School, Hyderabad

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. Amrita School of Arts and Sciences, Kochi

5. St. Teresa’s College, Ernakulam

6. Rajagiri College of Management and Applied Sciences, Kochi

7. Sacred Heart College, Kochi

8. Farook College, Kozhikode

9. MES Asmabi College, Thrissur

10. Marian College, Kuttikkanam