Advanced Certificate in Competition & Antitrust Law

• Overview of Competition & Antitrust Law: Understanding the fundamental principles and objectives of competition law, including the role of competition authorities and the impact on businesses and consumers.

• Cartels & Anti-competitive Agreements: Exploring the different types of anti-competitive agreements, such as cartels, and the legal and economic consequences of engaging in these activities.

• Abuse of Dominant Position: Examining the concept of dominance and the various forms of abusive conduct, including predatory pricing, tying, and refusal to deal.

• Merger Control: Understanding the legal and economic principles governing merger control, including the assessment of market power and the evaluation of competitive effects.

• Competition Law & Intellectual Property: Investigating the intersection between competition law and intellectual property, including the analysis of patent pools, licensing agreements, and standard-setting organizations.

• State Aid & Public Procurement: Examining the rules governing state aid and public procurement, including the assessment of compatibility with competition law and the role of competition authorities.

• International Competition Law: Exploring the challenges and opportunities presented by the globalization of competition law, including the harmonization of laws and the role of international organizations.

• Competition Law Enforcement & Remedies: Understanding the enforcement mechanisms and remedies available under competition law, including fines, damages, and behavioral and structural remedies.