LAW417 International Commercial Law
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Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Law
Course Objectives
Objective of the International Business/Commercial Law is to enable law students to learn basic rules of law governing international relations; specifically, relations between economic entities from different countries.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Additional Literature
Teaching Methods
Class discussions with examples
Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress
Team assigments
Ex cathedra lectures, debate, workshops
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction - basic concepts, principles and object of the International Business/Commercial Law, economic relations, subjects, sources and principles of International Business/Commercial Law | |
| 2 | Sources of International Business/Commercial Law | |
| 3 | Modern tendencies in the process of harmonization and unification of International Business/Commercial Law. | |
| 4 | The main actors in the process of harmonization and unification of International Business/Commercial Law | |
| 5 | The role and importance of the EU and its bodies in the process of creating International Business/Commercial Law | |
| 6 | System of International Business/Commercial Law, concluding contracts with foreign component, international insurances, international payments, credit transactions with foreign countries, and settlement of international disputes | |
| 7 | Contract and elements of the contract with the foreign component. | |
| 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | |
| 9 | Contracts for the international sales of goods. | |
| 10 | Transition of the risk and transportation clauses (INCOTERMS). Agreement on the international representation | |
| 11 | Agreement on international shipping. Agreement on the international leasing | |
| 12 | Agreement on International Factoring. Agreement on international licenses. | |
| 13 | Commissioning in international trade. Instruments and means of payment in international business transactions. | |
| 14 | Agreement on international banking remittances. International credit. International banking encashment. International bank guarantee. Basic concepts of the bill of exchange and check from the point of International Business/Commercial Law. | |
| 15 | Final exam |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Attendance
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 3 5
Mid-term exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Research paper
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 3 5
Homeworks and presentations
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 3 5
Oral exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
In-term exam study
12 hours ⏳ (1 week × 12 h)
Assignments
20 hours ⏳ (2 week × 10 h)
Final exam study
15 hours ⏳ (1 week × 15 h)
Term project/presentation
16 hours ⏳ (1 week × 16 h)
Home study
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [LAW417] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 35 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Attendance | 15 | 5 | 1, 3, 5, | Not Allowed | |
| Mid-term exam | 1 | 15 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 | Not Allowed | |
| Research paper | 1 | 15 | 1, 3, 5 | Not Allowed | |
| Homeworks and presentations | 1 | 10 | 1, 3, 5 | Not Allowed | |
| Oral exam | 1 | 20 | 1, 2, 3, 4, ,5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | In-term exam study | 12 | 1 | 12 | |||
| Assignments | 10 | 2 | 20 | Final exam study | 15 | 1 | 15 | |||
| Term project/presentation | 16 | 1 | 16 | Home study | 3 | 14 | 42 | |||
| 0 | 0 | |||||||||
| 0 | 0 | |||||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||