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N o r t h w e s t e r n U n i v e r s i t y S c h o o l o f L a w · I n s t i t u t o d e E m p r e s a

Executive LLM ProgramMadrid · Chicago

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This is an exciting time to be part of

Northwestern Law, annually ranked

among the top U.S. law schools by

U.S. News and World Report. We are

implementing a strategic plan that

responds to the increasing complexity,

globalization, and competitiveness of

the legal profession. As globalization

and competition have increased in both

business and the legal services, so has

the need for lawyers who have a strong

understanding of the global market. We

understand that whether you are working

in Madrid, London, Tokyo, or New York,

the conventions and practices relevant

to cross-border projects are largely the

same and based on the Anglo-American

common law. We have, therefore,

partnered with one of Europe’s top

business schools to develop the

Executive LLM Program and expose

practicing lawyers from Europe and

beyond to this emerging world.

Instituto de Empresa is a pioneer in

training lawyers to serve corporate

clients, whether as practitioners in a

law firm or in-house counsels in a

corporate legal department. The

practice of law in a business context

increasingly requires specialized

practical training not only to master

the latest developments in purely legal

fields but also to gain competence

in business administration in order to

satisfy clients’ needs. As a leading

European school with a global

outlook, our commitment to innovation

and the spirit of entrepreneurship is

key to responding to the needs of a

fast changing environment. Our

partnership with one of the top U.S.

law schools gives us this unique

opportunity to offer practicing lawyers

an opportunity to earn an American

LLM and a certificate in business

administration.

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The business world and legal profession have undergone radical changes over the past

20 years. Today, business and legal practices are not based solely on culture or geography

—they are universal and often based on Anglo-American and common law conventions

and rules. International lawyers who master the principles of U.S. law and understand

its role in business will succeed no matter where in the world their offices are located

or where their clients do business.

By combining unique strengths in law and business and by making use of the latest

technologies for classroom and online instruction, the Executive LLM Program offered

by Northwestern University School of Law in partnership with Instituto de Empresa allows

participants to earn the LLM degree and certificate in business administration in one

academic year, while continuing to meet their professional obligations.

The Executive LLM Program offers legal professionals trained in jurisdictions outside the

United States a unique opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in business administration

and the common law with minimal career interruption.

Participants will earn both a Master of Laws (LLM) degree from a top U.S. law school

— Northwestern University School of Law — and a certificate in business administration

from Europe’s leading business school — Instituto de Empresa.

The Executive LLM Program provides today’s lawyer practicing in the global market with

the fundamental tools necessary to advance to the next level of professional success.

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The program is intended primarily for practicing

lawyers with at least three years of experience in

a corporate legal department or law firm.

Participants in the inaugural class had an

average of 71⁄2 years of experience, in law firms

and companies based in Europe, Latin America,

Africa and the Persian Gulf.

Participants withSubstantial Experience

The Executive LLM Program provides professional development and training for lawyers and business

executives who are poised to seek positions of maximum responsibility in the near future. In-depth knowledge

of business and the U.S. legal system is vital not only to success in their professional careers, but also to the

success of the companies or firms in which they work.

Internationally Renowned Scholars,Practitioners and Teachers

Program participants have the opportunity to establish one-on-one relationships with distinguished scholars

and leading practitioners in law and business administration, all of whom are considered some of the world’s

best teachers in their respective fields.

Business executives and managers who deal

often with legal or regulatory situations also

benefit from participation in the Executive LLM

program. For this reason, non-law graduates may

apply for admission as candidates for the Master

of Science in Law (MSL) degree.

The language of instruction is English for the

entire Executive LLM Program, including both the

Madrid and Chicago study periods.

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Bringing perspectives from a variety of legal systems and business cultures, these students challenged

each other and me with intriguing questions and brilliant arguments. It was remarkable to see so

many approaches to solving business legal issues. The high quality of intellectual interaction among

such a diverse and talented set of students is unlike any other program I’ve seen.

Professor Emerson H. TillerContract Law

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Why the Executive LLM Program?Immediately Applicable Knowledge

The Executive LLM Program provides

participants with insight into the common-law

based legal system of the United States in addition

to a focus on the major areas of interest to the

practice of law in Europe and beyond. Participants

also learn concepts of business administration

vital to understanding and resolving issues faced

by corporate clients.

Expanded Professional Network

Participants interact with top faculty members

who provide information on the latest

developments in their fields. The top-notch

faculty also challenges participants’ practice

methods and styles. Participants also learn from

their classmates. Shared experiences and

diverse viewpoints substantially enrich the

classroom experience and increase participants’

personal and professional relations at the

international level.

Accelerated Career Path

Participants gain in-depth knowledge of business

and the U.S. legal system, which is vital to the

success of companies and firms around the world.

Upon completion of the program, graduates are

prepared to succeed no matter where in the world

their office is located or where their clients do

business.

Convenient and Efficient Time Schedules

Traditional LLM programs require significant travel

and time away from work. The Executive LLM

Program provides participants with an

opportunity to earn an LLM and certificate in

business administration with little career

interruption. Alternating periods of classroom

and online instruction allow for professional

education and practical training while participants

continue to work.

The Executive LLM Program offers participants a top-quality learning experience based on three pillars of

international education:

- The Anglo-American model of common law

- Comparative aspects of European law

- Select subjects in business administration

The program is divided into alternating periods of classroom and online instruction, with travel to IE’s campus

in Madrid and to Northwestern Law’s campus in Chicago. Two different program structures allow participants to

choose the plan that will best help them meet their professional obligations and goals.

Program Overview and Structure

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Participants who are able to spend a longer period of time in a traditional classroom setting can choose the

Residential Option in Chicago, which starts with the first semester of the Traditional Executive Program,

and then shifts to Chicago for the entire spring semester (January – May) at Northwestern Law. Under this

option, participants may choose from among a wide variety of courses offered during the spring semester

for residential students at Northwestern Law.

Residential Optionin Chicago

Ideal for participants who want to earn the LLM degree without an extended period of time away from their

personal and professional obligations, the Traditional Executive Program consists of two on-campus periods

at Instituto de Empresa in Madrid, alternating with online coursework, and ending up with an additional

two-week period at Northwestern Law in Chicago.

TraditionalExecutive Program

Madrid

2 Weeks

September

Madrid

2 Weeks

December

Chicago

2 Weeks

MayOn-lineinstruction

January -April

Preprogramme(online)

Opening Graduation

September -November

On-line instruction

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The Executive LLM Program is providing me with

the tools and skills I believe a lawyer needs in the

increasingly complex and truly international world

of legal practice. IE and Northwestern Law are

giving me the chance to dramatically improve my

professional training by having access to superb

professors and sharing my experiences with

extremely qualified students from all over the

world. Both institutions have been able to create

a stimulating learning environment with an

international spirit. I certainly believe I will become

a better lawyer at IE and Northwestern Law.

María Martelo MorenoLawyer

Caixa Galicia. Madrid, Spain

I was very apprehensive about joining the EXLLM

program offered by Instituto de Empresa and

Northwestern for the simple fact that I was not a

lawyer. Although I do have a great deal of legal

experience I thought that I would be overwhelmed

by the content and my classmates. To my surprise,

I have been welcomed with open arms by the

host institutions and by my classmates. As one

of two MBA’s in the class our contribution is very

much appreciated by our lawyer classmates and

instructors, and we feel very much at home. The

class came together very quickly and I feel has

established the type of relationship during the

short time of the program that it takes generally

years to build. Everyone who has been part of

the program including the institutions, professors,

administration and classmates has been far

beyond my expectations. I feel that I will certainly

get the type of education that I was looking for in

order to move me forward in my future career.

Mohamed DobashiChief Operating Officer and Associate Dean

Carnegie Mellon University, Qatar

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Deal confidently with international and cross-

border legal and business transactions that

involve multiple jurisdictions and legal systems.

Apply intercultural communication and

teamwork skills necessary to operate flexibly in

the global arena.

Understand fundamental concepts of business

administration, including financial accounting,

corporate finance, strategy, marketing and

negotiation.

Successfully advance in the profession and

undertake management responsibilities.

Some states allow foreign-trained lawyers to sit for the bar examination, subject to certain conditions. Among

these states, several give varying weight to the fact that a candidate has an LLM degree from an ABA-approved

law school. Often an LLM is just one factor in a case-by-case analysis of each applicant’s educational and professional

qualifications.

If you are interested in taking a bar examination in the United States, you need to consult the Bar Examiners in

the pertinent state before you enroll in any LLM Program. They are the only authoritative source for up-to-date

information and advice in each state.

U.S. Bar Examinations

Sponsoring Firms or CorporationsWhen a firm or company decides to sponsor one of its lawyers or executives in the Executive LLM Program,

it becomes a stakeholder in the program itself, valued not only for its support of a participant, but also for

its input in tailoring this unique program to meet the needs of the legal and business communities. Sponsoring

firms or companies recognize that their participants are lawyers or executives of outstanding promise and

potential, who will immediately begin to contribute the knowledge and skills they acquire during the

program. Among the many benefits of sponsorship, sponsors will find their participants better able to:

Participants in the Executive LLM Program are eligible to apply for a number of financing alternatives to

fund their participation in the program. Among these alternatives, particular mention may be made of

installment payments, external loan financing and scholarships administered by Instituto de Empresa.

Further information is available from admissions@ie.edu.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

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Virtual Insight SessionsJoin a Virtual Insight Session to find out more about the Executive LLM Program.

These sessions are scheduled on a frequent basis and provide you with the opportunity to participate in an

interactive presentation about the program and its two sponsoring institutions. Our technology lets you see

and hear the presenters in real time, and ask questions about program content, structure, or any other aspect

of studying at Northwestern Law or Instituto de Empresa.

It’s easy to participate in a session – all you need is your home or office computer with an Internet connection,

soundcard and headphones or speakers.

For details of the next session, please e-mail admissions@ie.edu, or visit www.executive-llm.ie.edu.

Admissions ProcessThe admissions process starts on our web site, where you can download the application and instructions

for completing the form and required supporting documentation. For questions or further information about

the process itself, please e-mail admissions@ie.edu.

www.executive-llm.ie.edu

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357 East Chicago Avenue

Chicago, Illinois 60611-3069, USA

Tel: (1 312) 503 2639

www.law.northwestern.edu

NorthwesternUniversity School of Law Admissions Department

María de Molina, 13. 28006 Madrid

Tel.: (+34) 91 568 96 10

admissions@ie.edu

www.ie.edu

Instituto de Empresa