Business Law Certificate of Concentration

Prepare to demonstrate your skills outside of the classroom.

The Business Law Concentration is designed to hone skills and knowledge for those interested in pursuing careers in business law, including courses in subjects such as commercial law, taxation, and international business.

The objective of the Business Law Certificate of Concentration is to help prepare those students planning a career in business law, whether in litigation or transactional work, by ensuring that they take courses particularly applicable to business law; develop skills and knowledge outside of classwork relating to business law; receive mentoring from members of the faculty with experience and interest in business law; and recognizing students who have demonstrated high degrees of ethics and competence in business law.

Certificate Requirements

Real-World Experience

Students will receive close mentoring from members of the faculty with experience law and can utilize Stetson Law's partnerships with various financial, cybersecurity, and other companies to further sharpen proficiences and build relationships. Students at Stetson Law can also participate in one of Stetson's many clinic and externship programs.

Bankruptcy Judicial Externship

Students are assigned to work with bankruptcy judges in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, Tampa Division.

In-House Counsel Externship

Students work under the direct supervision of attorneys in local business and government settings.

Intellectual Property Externship

Students work under the direct supervision of intellectual property attorneys and agents.