Business Law Undergraduate Certificate

Location(s): Manhattan Campus, Manhattan Online

The Business Law Undergraduate Certificate offers students a foundation in core business law principles while allowing them to customize their studies through specialized legal courses available across campus. This certificate prepares students for careers in the legal field, whether working in-house in the private setting or in law firms. It is also highly valuable for those pursuing business roles that require a deep understanding of legal issues, such as positions in management, human resources, or compliance. Students will explore laws that frequently impact businesses and develop the skills to analyze legal scenarios using established legal frameworks. Through targeted coursework, students will build their ability to assess legal risks, make informed decisions, and communicate effectively in complex business environments.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the Certificate in Business Law is open to any Kansas State University students pursuing an undergraduate degree in good standing.

Graduation Requirements

Students must earn a minimum of 2.50 grade point average in courses taken to fulfill the requirements of the Certificate in Business Law. Furthermore, students must earn at least 9 of the credits hours that apply to the certificate from Kansas State University.

Required Courses: 6 credit hours

Note: For business majors, no more than 2 major field requirement courses may be counted toward the certificate.

MANGT 230 - Business Law I Credits: 3
MANGT 535 - Employment Law Credits: 3

Elective Courses: 9 credit hours

Choose THREE of the following:

AGEC 516 - Agricultural Law and Economics Credits: 3
CNRES 534 - Conflict in Organizations Credits: 3
COMM 260 - Introduction to Trial Advocacy Credits: 3
COMM 430 - Freedom of Speech Credits: 3
COMM 465 - Communication and Conflict Credits: 3
COMM 475 - Legal Communication Credits: 3
CRIM 261 - Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice Credits: 3
HM 621 - Hospitality Law Credits: 3
MANGT 330 - Business Law II Credits: 3
MANGT 530 - Labor Relations and Negotiations Credits: 3
MC 466 - Media Law and Ethics Credits: 3
PHILO 110 - Introduction to Formal Logic Credits: 3
PHILO 160 - Introduction to Philosophy of Law Credits: 3
PHILO 535 - Philosophy of Law Credits: 3
POLSC 607 - Administrative Law Credits: 3
POLSC 612 - The Judicial Process Credits: 3
POLSC 614 - Constitutional Law Credits: 3
POLSC 615 - The Constitution, Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Credits: 3
POLSC 647 - International Law Credits: 3

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