The Corporate Law Combo

Now that you have decided to climb the corporate ladder, this is the right combo for you. Equip yourself with the skills that would not only impress the interviewers but also impress your team members after you are hired! The Combo includes the following Live Certificate Course: 1) Intellectual Property Rights 2) Alternative Dispute Resolutions 3) Mergers & Acquisitions 4) Banking Laws 5) G.S.T (Goods & Services Tax) Start Dates & Duration: 1) Intellectual Property Rights: 10th January (Duration: 15 Days) 2) Alternative Dispute Resolutions: 30th January (Duration: 10 Days) 3) Mergers & Acquisitions: 5th February (Duration: 15 Days) 4) Banking Laws: 12th February (Duration: 10 Days) 5) Goods & Services Tax: 20th January (Duration: 10 Days) Do not worry, the classes won’t clash! Platform: Google Meets After Registration, our team will add you to the respective course groups where the notifications about the course are shared. What will you learn? 1) Intellectual Property Rights: MODULE 1:

1. Introduction to Intellectual Property Rights
2. Types of Intellectual Properties
3. Working and system followed in India
4. Overview of Trade Secrets and Geographical Indication

TRADEMARK- 1. What is a Trademark? 2. Types of Logo 3. What can be Trademarked? 4. Characteristics of a good Trademark 5. How to do a Trademark Search? 6. Filing and Drafting of Trademark 7. Replying to Trademark Objection 8. Trademark Infringement MODULE 2 – PATENT 1. What is a Patent? 2. Law governing Patent in India 3. What can be Patented? 4. Essentials for a Patent 5. Procedure for filing a Patent 6. Revocation and Opposition to Patent Application 7. Licensing and Assignment of Patent MODULE 3: COPYRIGHT 1. Meaning and Definition of Copyright 2. Law’s governing Copyright in India 3. Copyright Societies 4. Copyright Infringement 5. Procedure for filing for a Copyright 6. Making of Copyright application 7. Copyright Assignment and Licensing 8. Copyright Infringement 2) Alternative Dispute Resolution:   Module 1: 

• Introduction to Arbitration, Mediation & Conciliation
• Historical background
• Definition & Scope

Module 2:

• Arbitration &Conciliation Act,1996
• Nature of Dispute and how to decide which ADR technique to choose.
• Conciliation :Meaning, kinds of conciliation, procedure for Conciliation
• Mediation: Meaning, Types & Procedure for Mediation
• Role of Arbitrator, Conciliator and Mediator

Module 3:

• Types & Categories of Arbitration
• Ad Hoc Arbitration
• Institutional Arbitration
• Advantages and Disadvantages

Module 4:

• Commencement of Arbitration Proceedings
• Exchange of Pleadings
• Appointment of Arbitrator(s)
• Decision on Jurisdiction
• Preliminary Meetings and framing of issues
• Settlement
• Expert Witnesses
• Award Writing
• Post Award Process

Module 5 :

• Meaning of Arbitration Award
• Types of Award
• Form and Content of Award
• Drafting of Arbitration Award.

3) Mergers & Acquisitions:   Module 1: Introduction to Mergers and Acquisitions

• Overview of M&A
• Types of M&A (horizontal, vertical, conglomerate)
• Historical evolution and trends in M&A
• Key drivers of M&A activity

  Module 2: Legal Frameworks and Regulatory Environment

• Indian legal framework governing M&A (Companies Act, SEBI regulations, Competition Act)
• International legal frameworks (US, EU)
• Role of regulatory bodies (SEBI, CCI)
• Compliance requirements and due diligence

  Module 3: Strategic Considerations in M&A

• Strategic rationale for M&A
• Identifying target companies
• Synergies and value creation
• Strategic fit and alignment

  Module 4: Financial Considerations in M&A

• Valuation techniques (DCF, comparables, precedent transactions)
• Financial modeling and analysis
• Financing M&A transactions (equity, debt, hybrid instruments)
• Tax implications of M&A

  Module 5: The M&A Process

• Steps in the M&A process (preliminary assessment, due diligence, negotiation, closing)
• Confidentiality agreements and letters of intent
• Due diligence (financial, legal, operational)
• Negotiation strategies and tactics

  Module 6: Drafting and Negotiating M&A Agreements

• Key components of M&A agreements (SPA, APA, merger agreement)
• Representations and warranties
• Indemnities and covenants
• Conditions precedent and subsequent
• Closing mechanisms and post-closing adjustments

  Module 7: Role of Stakeholders in M&A

• Role of legal advisors, investment bankers, and financial advisors
• Responsibilities of the board of directors
• Shareholder considerations and approvals
• Employee and labor issues

  Module 8: Post-Merger Integration

• Planning for integration
• Cultural and organizational integration
• Integration of operations and systems
• Managing post-merger challenges

  Module 9: Case Studies and Practical Insights

• Analysis of landmark M&A transactions in India and globally
• Lessons learned from successful and failed M&A deals
• Practical insights from industry experts

4) Banking Laws:   MODULE 1: Legal Framework of Regulation of Banks

• Introduction
• Objective
• Constitution of Banks
• Types of Bank
• Reserve Bank of India Act,1934
• Banking Regulations Act,1949
• Reserve Banka as a Central and Regulator of Banks

  MODULE 2: Legal Aspect of Banking Operations

• Responsibilities of Collecting ad Paying Banks
• Types of Credit Facilities
• Indemnities
• Bank Guarantee
• Letters of Credit
• Deferred Payment Guarantee
• Laws relating to Bill Finance
• Securities:

  A. Types of Securities B. Laws relating to Securities and mode of Charge C. Registration and Satisfaction of Charges MODULE 3: BANKING-RELATED LAWS

• SARFAESAI ACT,2002

  MODULE 4: Banking Ombudsman Act

• Banking Ombudsman Scheme,2006

  Module 5: DRT Act

• Recovery of Debts due to Banks and Financial Institutions (DRT Act)
• Establishment of Tribunal and Appellate Tribunal
• Jurisdiction, Power, and Authority of Tribunals
• Procedure of Tribunal
• Recovery of Debt Determined by Tribunal and Miscellaneous Provisions

  MODULE 5: The Banker’s Evidence Act, 1891

• Applicability of the Act
• Conditions in the Printout
• Mode of Proof of certain entries in Banker’s Book
• Cases in which officer of a bank is not compellable to produce books
• Inspection of books by order of Court or Judge
• Procedure; Costs of Application

5) Goods & Services Tax:  

Module 1: Introduction to GST

• What is GST?
  • Definition and Concept of Goods and Services Tax
  • Origin and Need for GST in India
  • Key features of GST compared to the previous tax regime
• Benefits of GST:
  • Simplified tax structure
  • Elimination of cascading effect of taxes
  • Enhanced compliance and transparency

Module 2: GST Law Framework

• Constitutional Provisions for GST:
  • Article 246A, 269A, and 279A
  • GST Council: Role, Composition, and Functions
• GST Acts in India:
  • Central GST (CGST) Act
  • State GST (SGST) Act
  • Integrated GST (IGST) Act
  • Union Territory GST (UTGST) Act

Module 3: Scope of GST

• Supply under GST:
  • Meaning and Scope of Supply (Section 7 of CGST Act)
  • Types of Supplies: Taxable, Exempt, Zero-rated, and Composite
  • Place, Time, and Value of Supply
• Taxable Events and Levy of GST
  • How and when GST is levied

Module 4: GST Registration and Compliance

• GST Registration:
  • Persons liable for registration
  • Registration process and documents required
  • Threshold limits for registration
  • Special cases: Voluntary registration, cancellation, and amendments
• Compliance under GST:
  • Filing of GST Returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9)
  • Due dates and penalties for non-compliance
  • Input Tax Credit (ITC) provisions and conditions

Module 5: Input Tax Credit (ITC)

• Concept of Input Tax Credit:
  • What is ITC and how it works
  • Conditions for availing ITC
  • Ineligible Input Tax Credits
• Reversal of ITC and ITC on capital goods
• Utilization of ITC across CGST, SGST, and IGST

Module 6: GST Invoicing and Documentation

• GST-Compliant Invoice:
  • Components of a GST-compliant tax invoice
  • Debit and Credit Notes
  • Bill of Supply, Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM)
• Maintaining Records:
  • Accounts and documents to be maintained by taxpayers

Module 7: GST Returns Filing Process

• Overview of GST Returns:
  • Importance of GST Returns
  • Types of GST Returns and who should file them
• Filing of Key GST Returns:
  • GSTR-1: Outward supplies
  • GSTR-2A/2B: Inward supplies
  • GSTR-3B: Monthly summary return
  • Annual Returns (GSTR-9)
• Late Filing, Interest, and Penalties