日本語 English
| 開講年度/ Academic YearAcademic Year |
20262026 |
| 科目設置学部/ CollegeCollege |
法学部/College of Law and PoliticsCollege of Law and Politics |
| 科目コード等/ Course CodeCourse Code |
EX106/EX106EX106 |
| テーマ・サブタイトル等/ Theme・SubtitleTheme・Subtitle |
Understanding International Business Transactions |
| 授業形態/ Class FormatClass Format |
対面（全回対面）/Face to face (all classes are face-to-face)Face to face (all classes are face-to-face) |
| 授業形態（補足事項）/ Class Format (Supplementary Items)Class Format (Supplementary Items) |
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| 授業形式/ Class StyleCampus |
講義/LectureLecture |
| 校地/ CampusCampus |
池袋/IkebukuroIkebukuro |
| 学期/ SemesterSemester |
春学期/Spring SemesterSpring Semester |
| 曜日時限・教室/ DayPeriod・RoomDayPeriod・Room |
木4/Thu.4 Thu.4 ログインして教室を表示する（Log in to view the classrooms.） |
| 単位/ CreditsCredits |
22 |
| 科目ナンバリング/ Course NumberCourse Number |
LPX3901 |
| 使用言語/ LanguageLanguage |
英語/EnglishEnglish |
| 履修登録方法/ Class Registration MethodClass Registration Method |
科目コード登録/Course Code RegistrationCourse Code Registration |
| 配当年次/ Assigned YearAssigned Year |
配当年次は開講学部のR Guideに掲載している科目表で確認してください。配当年次は開講学部のR Guideに掲載している科目表で確認してください。 |
| 先修規定/ Prerequisite RegulationsPrerequisite Regulations |
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| 他学部履修可否/ Acceptance of Other CollegesAcceptance of Other Colleges |
履修登録システムの『他学部・他研究科履修不許可科目一覧』で確認してください。 |
| 履修中止可否/ Course CancellationCourse Cancellation |
〇（履修中止可/ Eligible for cancellation） |
| オンライン授業60単位制限対象科目/ Online Classes Subject to 60-Credit Upper LimitOnline Classes Subject to 60-Credit Upper Limit |
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| 学位授与方針との関連/ Relationship with Degree PolicyRelationship with Degree Policy |
各授業科目は、学部・研究科の定める学位授与方針（DP）や教育課程編成の方針（CP）に基づき、カリキュラム上に配置されています。詳細はカリキュラム・マップで確認することができます。 https://www.rikkyo.ac.jp/about/disclosure/educational_policy/lp.html |
| 備考/ NotesNotes |
（旧科目名：法学特殊講義(International Business Law)) |
By the end of this course, students should acquire a foundational understanding of the international legal frameworks and legal principles governing international business transactions. Students will become familiar with the key legal rules, instruments, and practices that regulate cross-border trade, investment, and corporate activities, including international sales, transportation of goods, payment mechanisms, foreign direct investment, licensing, joint ventures, and mergers and acquisitions.
By studying selected topics in international business law, students are expected to develop the ability to identify legal issues arising in international business transactions, understand the role of contracts and regulatory regimes in managing cross-border business risks, and recognize the legal responsibilities of corporations operating globally in the twenty-first century. The course also aims to introduce students to additional legal challenges such as competition law, anti-bribery regulations, corporate social responsibility, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
In this course, students will study the basic structure and operation of international commercial law as it applies to cross-border transactions. The course covers the legal rules and commercial practices governing international sales of goods, carriage and insurance of goods, and international payment systems, including letters of credit. Students will examine how contractual agreements such as the letter of intent, licensing agreements, joint ventures, and technology transfer agreement are used to structure and facilitate cross-border business activities.
In addition, the course addresses legal issues related to foreign direct investment, cross-border mergers and acquisitions, and corporate cooperation across national borders. Regulation topics such as competition law, anti-bribery legislation, and corporate social responsibility will be introduced to provide students with an understanding of the legal and ethical constraints placed on businesses operating internationally. The course also considers dispute settlement mechanisms and the professional role of lawyers in resolving international commercial disputes.
| 1 | Course Orientation and Introduction |
| 2 | Introduction to International Business Law |
| 3 | International Sales of Goods |
| 4 | International Carriage of Goods and Insurance |
| 5 | Letters of Credit and International Payments |
| 6 | Letters of Intent |
| 7 | Midterm |
| 8 | Foreign Direct Investment |
| 9 | Joint Ventures / Cross-border M&A |
| 10 | Licensing |
| 11 | Anti-trust / Competition Laws |
| 12 | Anti-bribery Laws |
| 13 | Corporate Social Responsibility, Dispute Settlement, and the Role of Lawyers |
| 14 | Final Test |
板書 /Writing on the Board
スライド（パワーポイント等）の使用 /Slides (PowerPoint, etc.)
上記以外の視聴覚教材の使用 /Audiovisual Materials Other than Those Listed Above
個人発表 /Individual Presentations
グループ発表 /Group Presentations
ディスカッション・ディベート /Discussion/Debate
実技・実習・実験 /Practicum/Experiments/Practical Training
学内の教室外施設の利用 /Use of On-Campus Facilities Outside the Classroom
校外実習・フィールドワーク /Field Work
上記いずれも用いない予定 /None of the above
Students are encouraged to do all of the assigned readings for each week ahead of class. Any information in the readings may be included on the midterm and the final test.
| 種類 (Kind) | 割合 (%) | 基準 (Criteria) |
|---|---|---|
| 平常点 (In-class Points) | 100 |
Participation(30%) Midterm(30%) 最終テスト(Final Test)(40%) |
| 備考 (Notes) | ||
| その他 (Others) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| There is no textbook for this course. A reading pack will be provided. |
| No | 著者名 (Author/Editor) | 書籍名 (Title) | 出版社 (Publisher) | 出版年 (Date) | ISBN/ISSN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ralph H. Folsom/Michael P. Van Alstine/Michael D. Ramsey | International Business Transactions in a Nutshell | West Academic Publishing | 2020 | 9781684675166 |
| その他 (Others) | |||||
| The above is recommended reading but not required for this course. A reading pack will be provided. | |||||
A suitable English language proficiency level is a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
Participation: Class attendance, participation, and preparation are expected. If you are unable to attend class, please contact me by email before absences occur, or as soon as possible after class starts if you have an unexpected emergency. Unauthorized absences will be considered in calculating a student’s class participation score. Please note that all students must attend at least 2/3 of the
lectures in order to earn credit for this course.
Midterm: The midterm will be held during the time of the class on week 7 and will cover material discussed during the first half of the course. If students have (a) done and reviewed all of the readings, (b) attended all of the classes, (c) taken and reviewed notes and (d) actively participated in each class, then they should be prepared for the midterm.
Final test: The final test will be held during the time of the final class and will cover material discussed during the entire course. If students have (a) done and reviewed all of the readings, (b) attended all of the classes, (c) taken and reviewed notes and (d) actively participated in each class, then they should be prepared for the final test.
Guest Lectures: If scheduled, students are strongly encouraged to attend guest lectures. Any information presented during guest lectures may be included on midterm and/or the final test.
Syllabus: The syllabus represents current plans and objectives for each week, but as we go through the semester, the plans may need to be changed to maximize the class learning opportunity. Such changes, if necessary, will be clearly conveyed to the class.
A suitable English language proficiency level is a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
By the end of this course, students should acquire a foundational understanding of the international legal frameworks and legal principles governing international business transactions. Students will become familiar with the key legal rules, instruments, and practices that regulate cross-border trade, investment, and corporate activities, including international sales, transportation of goods, payment mechanisms, foreign direct investment, licensing, joint ventures, and mergers and acquisitions.
By studying selected topics in international business law, students are expected to develop the ability to identify legal issues arising in international business transactions, understand the role of contracts and regulatory regimes in managing cross-border business risks, and recognize the legal responsibilities of corporations operating globally in the twenty-first century. The course also aims to introduce students to additional legal challenges such as competition law, anti-bribery regulations, corporate social responsibility, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
In this course, students will study the basic structure and operation of international commercial law as it applies to cross-border transactions. The course covers the legal rules and commercial practices governing international sales of goods, carriage and insurance of goods, and international payment systems, including letters of credit. Students will examine how contractual agreements such as the letter of intent, licensing agreements, joint ventures, and technology transfer agreement are used to structure and facilitate cross-border business activities.
In addition, the course addresses legal issues related to foreign direct investment, cross-border mergers and acquisitions, and corporate cooperation across national borders. Regulation topics such as competition law, anti-bribery legislation, and corporate social responsibility will be introduced to provide students with an understanding of the legal and ethical constraints placed on businesses operating internationally. The course also considers dispute settlement mechanisms and the professional role of lawyers in resolving international commercial disputes.
| 1 | Course Orientation and Introduction |
| 2 | Introduction to International Business Law |
| 3 | International Sales of Goods |
| 4 | International Carriage of Goods and Insurance |
| 5 | Letters of Credit and International Payments |
| 6 | Letters of Intent |
| 7 | Midterm |
| 8 | Foreign Direct Investment |
| 9 | Joint Ventures / Cross-border M&A |
| 10 | Licensing |
| 11 | Anti-trust / Competition Laws |
| 12 | Anti-bribery Laws |
| 13 | Corporate Social Responsibility, Dispute Settlement, and the Role of Lawyers |
| 14 | Final Test |
板書 /Writing on the Board
スライド（パワーポイント等）の使用 /Slides (PowerPoint, etc.)
上記以外の視聴覚教材の使用 /Audiovisual Materials Other than Those Listed Above
個人発表 /Individual Presentations
グループ発表 /Group Presentations
ディスカッション・ディベート /Discussion/Debate
実技・実習・実験 /Practicum/Experiments/Practical Training
学内の教室外施設の利用 /Use of On-Campus Facilities Outside the Classroom
校外実習・フィールドワーク /Field Work
上記いずれも用いない予定 /None of the above
Students are encouraged to do all of the assigned readings for each week ahead of class. Any information in the readings may be included on the midterm and the final test.
| 種類 (Kind) | 割合 (%) | 基準 (Criteria) |
|---|---|---|
| 平常点 (In-class Points) | 100 |
Participation(30%) Midterm(30%) 最終テスト(Final Test)(40%) |
| 備考 (Notes) | ||
| その他 (Others) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| There is no textbook for this course. A reading pack will be provided. |
| No | 著者名 (Author/Editor) | 書籍名 (Title) | 出版社 (Publisher) | 出版年 (Date) | ISBN/ISSN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ralph H. Folsom/Michael P. Van Alstine/Michael D. Ramsey | International Business Transactions in a Nutshell | West Academic Publishing | 2020 | 9781684675166 |
| その他 (Others) | |||||
| The above is recommended reading but not required for this course. A reading pack will be provided. | |||||
A suitable English language proficiency level is a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
Participation: Class attendance, participation, and preparation are expected. If you are unable to attend class, please contact me by email before absences occur, or as soon as possible after class starts if you have an unexpected emergency. Unauthorized absences will be considered in calculating a student’s class participation score. Please note that all students must attend at least 2/3 of the
lectures in order to earn credit for this course.
Midterm: The midterm will be held during the time of the class on week 7 and will cover material discussed during the first half of the course. If students have (a) done and reviewed all of the readings, (b) attended all of the classes, (c) taken and reviewed notes and (d) actively participated in each class, then they should be prepared for the midterm.
Final test: The final test will be held during the time of the final class and will cover material discussed during the entire course. If students have (a) done and reviewed all of the readings, (b) attended all of the classes, (c) taken and reviewed notes and (d) actively participated in each class, then they should be prepared for the final test.
Guest Lectures: If scheduled, students are strongly encouraged to attend guest lectures. Any information presented during guest lectures may be included on midterm and/or the final test.
Syllabus: The syllabus represents current plans and objectives for each week, but as we go through the semester, the plans may need to be changed to maximize the class learning opportunity. Such changes, if necessary, will be clearly conveyed to the class.
A suitable English language proficiency level is a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.