2025 WTI–CWS Joint Academy on International Trade Law and Economic Policy

Dates: June 2 – June 27, 2025
Location: New Delhi, India

The 2025 WTI–CWS Joint Academy offers a world-class, immersive learning experience designed for law and economics students, as well as professionals. This program, jointly organized by the World Trade Institute (WTI) of the University of Bern, Switzerland, and the Centre for WTO Studies (CWS) at the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, India, provides an unparalleled opportunity to advance your expertise in International Trade Law and Economic Policy.

Why Participate?

• Expert Instruction: Learn from renowned academics and practitioners from India and abroad.
• In-Depth Curriculum: Develop a thorough understanding of WTO law, trade policy, digital trade, intellectual property rights, sustainability, and other critical issues.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers and industry experts to build a valuable professional network.
• Dual Certification: Earn a certificate from two prestigious institutions, enhancing your professional credentials.

Eligibility

• Students: Undergraduate and postgraduate students enrolled in law or economics courses in India, with preference given to those with prior exposure to international trade law and economic policy.
• Professionals: Indian legal and economic professionals may apply to attend full courses or select specific modules. (Please note that the module-based option is not available for students.)

Program Structure

• Joint Academy (Law):
  Duration: June 2 – June 27, 2025
  The program includes comprehensive modules covering WTO law and policy, economics of trade, trade in services, intellectual property rights, sustainability, trade remedies, digital trade, and more.

• Joint Academy (Economics):
  Duration: June 2 – June 13, 2025
  The curriculum covers key aspects of WTO law and policy, global services trade, preferential trade agreements, environmental trade issues, and sustainability.

Fee Structure

Law Program
Law Students: INR 12,000 (full course)
Legal Professionals: INR 30,000 (full course) or INR 8,000 per week (for selected modules)

A financial scholarship is available for law students who meet the minimum attendance requirement (80% per week) and achieve the minimum pass percentage (60% in each module) in the final evaluation.

Economics Program:
Economics Students: INR 6,000 (full course)
Economics Professionals: INR 15,000 (full course) or INR 8,000 per week (for selected modules)

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: April 20, 2025
• Selection Notification: April 27, 2025
• Fee Payment Deadline: May 7, 2025
• Course Commencement: June 2, 2025

Application Process

Interested candidates should complete the application form and submit it along with an updated CV to jointacademy@iift.edu. The application form is available for download at wtocentre.iift.ac.in. Please note that paper applications will not be accepted.

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