Law

CLAT is one of the accepting exams for admission to BA LLB (Hons) programme at School of Legal Studies, CMR University. However, it is not mandatory. Aspirants who did not appear for CLAT or got a low score can apply for CMRUAT. It is a university-level entrance exam conducted by the CMR University. Once selected, candidates receive an offer letter. Shortlisted aspirants need to pay the course fee to confirm their seat.

Candidates who have passed PUC/ HSC/ Class 12 or equivalent exam with at least 45% aggregate (40% aggregate for SC/ ST and 42% for OBC students) are eligible to apply for BA LLB (Hons) programme at School of Legal Studies, CMR University. Aspirants must hold the documents proving their eligibility for verification at the time of admission.

Both could be a good option to take as a pre-law course, Here is why:

Philosophy emphasizes logical reasoning, argumentation and analysis, which are essential elements for legal profession. Accountancy, on the other hand can develop, strong analytical and problem solving skills particularly in quantitative analysis.  

Consider below courses as options for MBA Finance person to pursue:

• LLM in Corporate Law/Business Law
• LLM in Banking and Finance Law
• LLM in International Business Law
• LLM in Taxation Law
• LLM in Securities Law

Firstly, don't underestimate the courses taught in 1st year, as they lay a foundation for further Law career. Then, you should focus on legal reasoning and analysis, as Law is not about memorizing concepts but applying them. You should develop a consistent reading and studying schedule. 

Political Science can be considered as a pre-law course, due to it political nature that discuss about the functioning of government. It discuss about the policy making process, laws making process and its impact on society, and how both the systems interact with legal system of the government. 

There is no entrance exam for BBALLB or BBALLB or LLB 

The cost of a LL.M. programme from Cornell is around INR 68.73 L. Students must also plan for some other costs they may incur over the duration of studies such as rent, utilities, travel, personal expenses, etc.

The starting costs of living in NYC is higher than other cities in the U.S. & lies somewhere in the region of INR 25-30 L for students living as part of university owned apartments.

Cornell is special for a number of reasons, but the most prominent one being its world class faculty & small but diverse student body. The total number of students pursuing a LL.M. or J.S.D. course is 132, representing over 29 countries.

The low student count allows a more supportive & friendly environment & the university's faculty to give better attention to the students.

To pursue Law after 12th, you need to enroll for a 5 year integrated Law course like BA LLB, BCom LLB, or BBA LLB, and ensure that you qualify class 12 with at least 45 percent of aggregate. Other than that, you need to sit for Law exams like CLAT and gain a seat in top Law institutes in Inida.