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Common Law Courses

Common Law courses can help you learn legal reasoning, case analysis, statutory interpretation, and the principles of precedent. You can build skills in critical thinking, legal writing, and effective advocacy techniques. Many courses introduce tools like legal research databases and case management software, that support analyzing case law and preparing legal documents. Key topics often include tort law, contract law, and property law, providing a comprehensive understanding of how common law operates in various contexts.


Popular Common Law Courses and Certifications


  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Law, Governance, and Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences, Governance, Policy Analysis, Court Systems, International Relations, Public Policies, Social Justice, Economic Development, Public Administration, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Adjudication, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Economics

    ★ 4.8 (83) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Property and Liability: An Introduction to Law and Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Civil Law, Adjudication, Litigation and Civil Justice, Property and Real Estate, Personal Injury Law, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Resource Allocation, Compensation Management

    ★ 4.6 (577) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Y

    Yale University

    America's Unwritten Constitution

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Adjudication, Court Systems, Legal Research, Policy Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Political Sciences, Social Studies, Public History, Governance

    ★ 4.8 (286) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Santa Barbara

    Civil Rights Law

    Skills you'll gain: Compensation Analysis, Compensation Management, Human Resources, Human Resource Management, Human Resource Policies, Labor Compliance, Labor Law, Civil Law, Human Resources Management and Planning, HR Tech, Record Keeping, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Disciplinary Procedures, Accountability Frameworks, Compensation and Benefits, Accountability, Investigation, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Mastering Privacy Laws and Legal Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Data Governance, Data Ethics, Court Systems, Legal Strategy, Civil Law, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Program Development, Case Law

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Santa Barbara

    CPA Licensure Prep: The Regulatory Framework of Business

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Risk, Governance, Commercial Laws, Contract Review, Vendor Contracts, Organizational Structure, Business Risk Management, Risk Management, Contract Compliance, Contract Management, Tax, Business Management, Corporate Tax, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Proceedings, Corporate Finance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Equities, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Lawsuits

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Lund University

    European Business Law

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Strategy, Legal Writing, Labor Law, Arbitration, Tax Compliance, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws, Case Law, Legal Research, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Labor Relations, Labor Compliance, Tax Laws, Mediation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, International Relations, Court Systems, Compliance Management, Adjudication

    ★ 4.8 (1.9K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Santa Barbara

    Legal Aspects of Employment Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Retirement Income Security Act, Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, Compensation Analysis, Benefits Administration, Workers Compensation, Human Resources, Human Resource Policies, Benefits Enrollment Processes, Labor Compliance, Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Management, Human Resource Management, Legal Risk, Labor Law, Civil Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Human Resources Management and Planning, Compliance Management, Disabilities, HR Tech

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Santa Barbara

    Liability and Legal Responsibility in Business

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Risk, Business Risk Management, Commercial Laws, Risk Management, Contract Review, Vendor Contracts, Contract Management, Contract Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Proceedings, Lawsuits, Accounting, Financial Statements, Fraud detection

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Intellectual Property Law

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Branding, Brand Marketing, Brand Strategy, Legal Strategy, Brand Management, Asset Protection, Promotional Strategies, Case Law, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Packaging and Labeling, Legal Risk, Case Studies, Asset Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Marketing, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Planning

    ★ 4.8 (1.6K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Healthcare Law

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Medical Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Health Systems, Personally Identifiable Information, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Primary Care, Health Care Administration, Health Information Management, Regulatory Compliance, Medicaid, Medicare, Health Care, Health Administration, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Pharmaceuticals, Health Policy

    ★ 4.7 (618) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Santa Barbara

    Leave and Benefits Law

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Retirement Income Security Act, Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, Benefits Administration, Workers Compensation, Benefits Enrollment Processes, Compensation and Benefits, Labor Compliance, Labor Law, Human Resource Policies, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Human Resources, Disabilities, Human Resource Management, Workforce Management, Occupational Safety And Health, Legal Risk, Claims Processing, Coordinating, Coordination

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular common law courses

  • Law, Governance, and Public Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Property and Liability: An Introduction to Law and Economics: Wesleyan University
  • America's Unwritten Constitution: Yale University
  • Civil Rights Law: University of California, Santa Barbara
  • Mastering Privacy Laws and Legal Frameworks: John Wiley & Sons
  • CPA Licensure Prep: The Regulatory Framework of Business: University of California, Santa Barbara
  • European Business Law: Lund University
  • Legal Aspects of Employment Practice: University of California, Santa Barbara
  • Liability and Legal Responsibility in Business: University of California, Santa Barbara
  • Intellectual Property Law: University of Pennsylvania

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