What to do after a Masters in Business Law

The Master's in Business Law is a 5-year postgraduate degree that trains lawyers specialising in corporate law. This course provides in-depth knowledge of company law, tax law, contract law and commercial law. But once you've got your degree, what are the options open to you? Find out about the different options for your professional future after a master's degree in business law.

What career opportunities are there after a master's degree in business law?

A master's degree in business law opens many doors on the job market. Graduates can move into a variety of legal professions in both the private and public sectors.

In the private sector, the opportunities are particularly varied. You could become an in-house lawyer, a highly sought-after position that involves advising and providing legal protection for a company. Law firms also recruit business law masters graduates for positions as business lawyers (after obtaining the CAPA). Other options include employment law lawyer, intellectual property lawyer or contract law lawyer.

The banking and finance sector also offers great opportunities, with positions as banking lawyers or wealth management advisers.

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Skills in business tax law are particularly valued in these areas.

In the public sector, graduates with a master's degree in business law can take competitive civil service exams to become magistrates, court clerks or police commissioners. Local authorities also recruit lawyers to manage their legal affairs.

How can I continue my studies after a Master's degree in business law?

If you want to deepen your knowledge of law, there are several options available to you after your master's degree.

A doctorate in law is a path of excellence that will enable you to specialise further and open doors to teaching and research. This minimum three-year course culminates in the writing of a thesis and the award of a doctorate. It is particularly recommended for those considering a career in academia.

Another option is to enrol on a Specialised Master's (MS) to perfect your skills in a specific area of business law, such as international tax law, international business law or asset management. These additional one-year courses give you the cutting-edge expertise that is so highly valued by recruiters.

Work-linked courses are also an option for those who wish to combine theoretical training with professional experience. Many schools offer work-study programmes that allow students to put into practice the knowledge they have acquired during their studies.

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What skills are valued on the job market?

Recruiters are looking for well-rounded profiles with both solid legal skills and essential human qualities. On the technical side, an excellent command of company law, contract law and tax law is essential. Knowledge of international law is a major asset, as is a command of legal English, which is essential for working in an international context.

In addition to legal skills, employers value :

• Thoroughness and analytical skills, enabling you to accurately assess the legal risks to the company;
• Excellent drafting skills for drawing up contracts and legal memoranda;
• Good interpersonal skills for interacting with different people within the company.

Graduates of business law programmes generally have very good career prospects, with interesting prospects for advancement to positions such as legal director or project manager. To enhance your career prospects after a master's degree in business law, you can also consider excellent courses such as the Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) offered by IPAG Business School. 

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This 8-year degree programme, which is open to holders of a master's degree with five years' professional experience, enables you to deepen your knowledge of management while continuing to work. The IPAG DBA takes place over three years and offers personalised supervision by professors who are experts in their field. This excellent training will enable you to develop new skills and gain access to positions of high responsibility in the business world.