What is asylum? What is the principle of non-refoulement? Who should be recognized and protected as a refugee? These questions are both ancient and contemporary. Whether you are a decision maker, a judge, a lawyer, a human rights activist, you will have to answer these questions. The answers are complex. They require precise theoretical and practical knowledge of national, regional and international law. The 1951 Geneva Convention on Refugees will enable you to master these questions. This Convention remains the cornerstone of international refugee protection. It is at the heart of this online course. You will analyze in detail the principle of non-refoulement and the definition of a refugee. This definition will allow you to identify, like a fingerprint, the people who, legally, should be recognizedas beneficiaries of refugee status and international protection. Using a conceptual tool, the three-scale theory, you will analyze in a rigorous and structured manner each distinct element of the refugee definition (persecution, risk, proof) as well as, in a comprehensive approach, the definition as a whole. By confronting theoretical analysis with practical situations, you will see that, if correctly interpreted, the Geneva Convention remains effective and still allows to this day the protection of many fugitives or refugees ( Flüchtling, réfugiés ). You will also follow the refugee’s journey—like the maze that the image above also represents—to measure the need for a solid knowledge of the law and the procedures. Beyond law, you will understand the value of an interdisciplinary approach, in particular when measuring the credibility of an asylum seeker’s narrative. You will examine the importance of regional, subsidiary or complementary protection. Finally, you will look at future challenges, such as the issue of climate refugees. In this course, Asylum and Refugee Law, you will learn whether or not migrants can be returned to another country, whether or not they should be included in or excluded from the refugee definition, and whether or not to challenge the decision on someone’s refugee status. You will do all of this by developing a rigorous legal reasoning.

Copyright law is unique in the greater intellectual property regime, as it protects original expression that is fixed in a tangible medium and is the product of authorship. This course is designed for creative professionals — such as screenwriters, musicians, documentary filmmakers or artists — who want to understand the scope and limits of which works can enjoy U.S. copyright protection. The course will introduce students to the workings of copyright law through an examination of the system’s basic principles, rules, and institutions. Topics will include; the justifications for copyright law, copyrightable subject matter, authorship, the nature and scope of copyright’s exclusive rights, fair use, and remedies for infringement. We will also explore real-world examples of legal battles surrounding copyright law, from the recent litigation over Robin Thicke’s hit song “Blurred Lines” to more peculiar cases such as the infamous “monkey selfie” case. By understanding what copyright does and does not protect, producers of creative expression will be able to protect and maximize the commercial value of their works.

International law can be considered as the law of the international community, the law that governs relations between States. But it also relates to what international organizations do and, increasingly, it concerns individuals, corporations, NGO's and other non-state actors. As the world becomes more interdependent and more complex, and as new institutions are put in place to make international law more effective, international law has become an exciting, expanding field. Never before has it been so relied upon, used and developed. Despite their differences in size, power, culture, religion and ideologies, states rely on international law to cooperate and to coexist; they speak the language of international law and international law serves them as an important common language. This law course will extensively rely on judgments and advisory opinions of the International Court of Justice (ICJ), which is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations (UN). Having acquired a basic knowledge of international law, you'll find it easier to comprehend this subject in future international law sub-fields, like international human rights, international humanitarian law or international investment law. This course will teach you what international law is, the role it plays in the world today, how it can be used. You will also gain knowledge to help you better discern legal arguments within the flow of international news and reports. This course is part of the International Law MicroMasters Program that is designed to give learners a critical understanding of how international relations between States and individuals are dealt with, regarding the law.

This course is a very comprehensive course catering to five different unique areas. In Companies act,2013 the student would learn about the basics of companies act in India. The student can learn about the various types of companies in India In GST Act ,the student can learn about the prevailing indirect taxation(Goods and service tax ) in India. In customs act, the student can learn about the customs act which is another indirect taxation in India In Income tax, the students can learn about the basics of direct tax in India In Negotiable instruments act the student can learn about the three different types of Negotiable instruments in India.

Welcome to this course on Basics of Indian Companies Act 2013. The Company Law in India witnessed massive change with the enactment of new act called Companies Act 2013. Knowledge of Companies Act and its provisions are very important for every student taking up professional courses like CA / CMA / CS and also for Finance, Accounting and Secretarial Professionals within India. This course will take you through the Introductory part of the Companies Act and it will cover concepts like a) What is Company? b) Classification of Companies c) Registration of Companies d) Memorandum of Association & Articles of Association e) Alteration of Articles f) Prospectus j) Share and Share Capital k) Meetings and Proceedings This course is purely based on Company law prevailing in India. Hence, this is not the right course for students from other countries. This course is structured in self paced learning style. Screen cast model lectures with writings and explanations are used for teaching the provisions and concepts of the act. The course is in its beginning stages only (as on 21st April 2017). It will take months together to upload all the contents in this course as Companies Act is a detailed and comprehensive act. This course will throw lots of practical examples to understand the various provisions of the act and it will help you to prepare for India based Professional Exams like CA / CMA / CS / B.Com / B.L., etc. Listen to this course with your headset connected to your device, alongside with note pad / word application to note down the important case laws and relevant sections. Wish you a happy learning.

This course will walk you through the fascinating role Legal Assistants play in the day-to-day operations of a Legal Department, Legal Office or Legal Team. Legal support staff are placed in a strategic position within the legal team which enable them to gain exposure, knowledge, information and power that can be used to take that position to higher levels. Whether thinking on improving your legal support skills and/or moving to the lawyer side, this course will equip you with a wide range of resources to become an expert in your area and to showcase your value to faster and more efficiently pursue and achieve your goals. Implementing best practices, being up to date with new technologies and developments in the legal field and talking the same “legal language” will help you to master your role and take it to the next level.

Note: This course is designed for Indian Students pursuing CA / CMA / CS Professional Courses. This course is structured following the syllabus prescribed for professional examinations of above courses. Hence, Non Indian students, please do not take this course. Welcome to this course Basics of Indian Customs Act A Complete Study. In this course, you will learn about legal provisions prescribed under Indian Customs Act, 1962 and it will help you to understand the act with lots of examples and case studies. Initially only few topics are published. However, over a period of time, following topics also proposed to be included in the course. Hence, go through the course curriculum before purchasing and make your decision to buy only after ensuring, topics you require are covered in this course. Proposed topics: a) Levy & Exemptions from Customs Duty b) Types of Duty c) Classification of Imported & Exported Goods d) Valuation under Customs Act e) Importation, Exportation & Transportation of Goods f) Warehousing g) Duty Drawback h) Demand and Recovery i) Refund j) Provisions / Penalties for Illegal Import, Export, Confiscation & Allied activites k) Appeals & Revisions l) Settlement Commission m) Advance Ruling See you inside the course.

Following are the course contents. There are 5 video lectures in the course which take you through the entire E-Way Bill mechanism from understanding the concept and reason behind introduction till FAQs regarding the provisions of GST Law Video 1: Basic Concepts & Legal Framework about E-Way Bill Video 2: Exemptions/ Exceptions for Issuance of E-Way Bill Video 3: Mechanism & How to generate E-Way Bill Video 4: E-Way Bill- Procedural Aspects Video 5: FAQ about E-Way Bills

Democracy and the rule of law are two of the fundamental values of the EU that are shared among the EU Member States (MS). As of late, however, they have come under increasing pressure. Not only does the Union face criticism about its own democratic and rule of law shortcomings, but it also appears to struggle to find effective responses when faced with the erosion of these values in several of its MS. In this course, an interdisciplinary team of experts will discuss what democracy and the rule of law mean in Europe, how these principles are put into practice, and how they can be defended against backsliding. This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 Research & Innovation programme under Grant Agreement no. 770142.

A Law Masterclass Hi, My name is Shaveen Bandaranayake and I am your instructor for this Masterclass course in Law! Who is this course for? The simplified approach of this Masterclass means that, whether you are an LLB student who's just begun your degree, a student who's about to sit for your examinations or someone who wants to get a head-start in learning the Law - this is a great resource. This course is an essential guide to get a bird's eye overview of the complete UK LLB syllabus, through all 3 years of study. The eleven courses compiled and covered in this course are: The English Legal System Constitutional Law Criminal Law Contract Law Commercial Law Property Law Tort Law Trust Law Jurisprudence Intellectual Property Conflict of Laws History of English Law This course is a great supplement for LL.B students who have just begun their degrees, in order to understand the subject matter ahead of their degree. It is also a great way to recap your material prior to your examinations. This Masterclass incorporates the complete set of tools which I developed and utilized to successfully complete my LL.B degree. Thank you for your interest in this Masterclass Looking forward to seeing you in the course!