1A FORMAT
EXECUTIVE TRACK OPTION A
Spanning one calendar year, this option allows students to complete their degree with one summer semester in Berkeley bookended by two semesters of online study.
Students in this executive track option begin their studies online in the spring semester (January - May) by completing online courses. Students then come to Berkeley or attend remotely for one oncampus summer semester (May - August). Students complete their degree online in the fall semester (September - December) with online course work and a capstone project. All courses, online and on-campus, are intensive and fast-paced.
COURSEWORK
Students complete mandatory degree requirements in Fundamentals of U.S. Law, Legal Research & Writing, and a capstone project. Students may customize their studies with elective coursework. Summer semester courses span 1-3 weeks and are followed immediately by a final exam. With careful planning, students may earn a Certificate of Specialization and/or meet the requirements to become eligible to sit for the California Bar Exam.
“Well structured classes, amazing professors … you constantly learn something new every single day, every single minute.” GEORGIOS ANDRIOTIS ’18 – Greece
8
EXECUTIVE TRACK OPTION B
1B
This format allows students to earn an LL.M. degree over 2 consecutive summer semesters in Berkeley, participating with other LL.M. students in intensive classes.
FORMAT
This executive track format allows students to complete their degree over two consecutive summer semesters (May - August) on campus. Students participate exclusively with other LL.M. students in smaller classes and benefit from professional development activities tailored specifically for them. This format lends itself to creating close bonds with fellow students who become an invaluable global professional network.
“To make a spontaneous plan and a dream come true every day is something I’ll miss at Berkeley.” RAFAEL PEREIRA ’18 – India
COURSEWORK
Students complete mandatory degree requirements in Fundamentals of U.S. Law and Legal Research & Writing, and then may customize their studies with elective coursework. Courses are intensive and fast-paced, span 1-3 weeks and are followed immediately by a final exam. Students may focus their studies to earn a Certificate of Specialization and/or to meet the requirements to become eligible to sit for the California Bar Examination.