Open Career Opportunities With Legal Knowledge
Texas A&M University School of Law’s career-focused Master of Legal Studies (MLS) is designed for non-lawyers seeking legal education and training. Combining up-to-date legal education and real-world skills, you’ll gain the legal perspective and build the expertise you need to tackle legal complexities and unlock new job opportunities.
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Master of Legal Studies Programs | For Non-Lawyers
30 credits | Can be completed in as little as one year
Our MLS programs are designed for students with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent who want to build career-focused legal expertise but don’t intend to practice law.
Our career-relevant curriculum is designed to prepare you for career success. With this advanced degree, you’ll be well-prepared for job opportunities requiring knowledge of the law. Choose from concentrations such as:
- Business Law and Compliance
- Cybersecurity Law and Policy
- Energy, Oil, and Gas Law and Policy
- Environmental and Energy Law and Policy
- General Legal Studies
- Health Law, Policy, and Management
- Human Resources and Employment Law, Policy, and Management
- International Tax Law and Policy
- Real Estate and Construction Law, Policy, and Management
- Risk Management and Compliance
- Wealth Management