G D Goenka Certificate Course On 'Public International Law' [Online/Offline]

Why This Course ?

The Certificate Course on Public International Law (PIL) at GD Goenka University offers a comprehensive understanding of international legal frameworks. Led by renowned experts like Prof. (Dr.) David Ambrose and Dr. Amit Singh, the course covers key topics through online lectures and in-person workshops over one week. Designed for legal practitioners, government officials, and academics, the course equips participants with valuable skills and insights into global governance. Successful completion earns a certificate, making it a valuable opportunity to enhance understanding and contribute effectively to international law. The certificate course will adopt a blended learning approach, combining online lectures with in-person workshops to facilitate an immersive and interactive learning experience. Spanning one week from 15 April to 21 April, the course will cover key topics such as state sovereignty, international human rights law, dispute resolution mechanisms, environmental law, and international criminal justice.

The School of Law, at GD Goenka University aims to explore and identify novel areas of law and policy through relentless engagement in developing legal theory and practice, academic potential, critical analytical ability, and advocacy skills to fully equip the students with learning that is intellectually stimulating, socially vital, and professionally enriching. The School of Law adopts a multidisciplinary approach towards legal education and develops a positive attitude in students to make them realize that lawyers are an integral part of the system of adjudication, determination of policies, and setting up of standards for regulation of various activities through relevant institutions. It, therefore, trains them for placements in judicial and quasi-judicial bodies, regulatory authorities, commissions, voluntary organizations, and other sectors. The GD Goenka School of Law offers 3- Year LL.B. (Hons.) programme and 5-Year Integrated B.A./BBA/B. Com LL.B. (Hons.) programme. These programmes are intended to impart intensive knowledge and training in the Management/Social Science subjects as well as Law subjects and help students to acquire wider perspectives both for managerial responsibilities and professional application. The LLM One Year Program provides candidates with the opportunity to equip themselves for active and effective participation, as professionals, in legal counselling, advocacy, and decision-making. Whether the context is a courtroom or legislative hearing, an attorney's office or corporate board room, a state agency, a community center, or an international conference table, our graduates are prepared. Techniques of instruction include lectures, problem-based learning, seminars, informal small group discussions, moot court competitions, individually supervised field and library research projects, and a variety of experiential methods. “Clinical” components, in the form of case law, and real or simulated lawyers' tasks, are an essential part of the program.

What Participants will Gain from this Course ?

• Participants will be able to understand the basic concepts and legal foundations of public international law.
• Participants will be able to critically appreciate and analyze the sources and subjects of International Law.
• Participants will be able to critically analyze the role and relevance of the UN System in the growth and development of International Law.
• Participants will engage in case studies and simulations to apply international legal principles to real-world scenarios, developing practical skills in analyzing complex situations, identifying legal issues, and formulating well-reasoned legal arguments.

COMPULSORY ASSIGNMENT: A practical, subjective test will be conducted at the last of the course to assess your Knowledge of Public International Law. Submitting this assignment is mandatory to receive certificates!

Assignment and Certification:

The participants will be assessed on the research assignment allotted during the session. The selected assignments will be featured in a dedicated book on International Law published with an ISBN by a reputed publisher. The decision of the assessment committee shall be final.

The certificate will be issued only to those who complete 70% of the attendance & have successfully submitted the research assignment..

Course Duration

Duration: 7 Days (15^th April 2024, To 21st April 2024) 5 Days Lecture + 2 Days for assignment.

Ideal for:

1. Law students

2. Legal practitioners

3. Government officials

4. Diplomats

5. NGO professionals

6. International organization staff

7. Academics

8. Researchers in the field of international relations

For more details, refer to the brochure here

Registration & Deadlines:

The last date for registration is the 12^th of April 2024.

The Registration amount for the certificate course is Rs 2000/-.

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Resource Persons

Prof. (Dr) David Ambrose, an esteemed academic and former Head of Legal Studies at the University of Madras, brings over 22 years of expertise in Postgraduate teaching. Specializing in areas such as International Law, Constitutional Law, Environmental Law, Human Rights Law, Cyber Law, and Intellectual Property Rights, he holds a Doctorate in Law and has authored 70 articles and two books. Prof. Ambrose's impactful policy-level research extends to advisory roles for both Central and State Governments, and he has served on prestigious committees like the Indian Maritime University. With practical experience as an arbitrator and judge in moot court competitions, he combines academic prowess with legal practice. As President of the Faculty of Law at the University of Madras, Prof. Ambrose ensures dynamic learning environments through stimulating discussions and interactive exercises.

Dr. Amit Singh, an accomplished legal academician with a Ph.D. in Public International Law from Jawaharlal Nehru University, currently serves as an Associate Professor of Law at GD Goenka University. With over fifteen years of experience, he has held various academic and administrative roles, including Head of Department at Apeejay Stya University. Dr. Singh actively contributes to national and international legal forums and organizations such as the Indian Society of International Law. His expertise spans Labour Laws, Public Administration, and administrative positions including Faculty Convener.

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Contact

Phone calls/WhatsApp Number: 8436658796 (Ms. Heena Parveen, Faculty In Charge, School of Law, G D Goenka University)

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8058888007 (Mr.Yash kaushik, student in charge, school of law, GD Goenka University

Email: heena.parveen@gdgu.org or 230060201079.yash@gdgu.org