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theswede

Joined: 25 Feb 2007
Posts: 4
ILF 2007/2008
Tue Feb 27, 2007 09:38 AM
I've been accepted to the ILF 2007/2008. Anyone else? Would be nice to share some thoughts!

Does anyone know about if they already have decided about financial aid and who's getting the German course?

[Edited 27 Feb 2007 by theswede]
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RR

Joined: 07 Mar 2007
Posts: 22
ILF 2007/2008
Thu Mar 08, 2007 04:57 PM
It seems that your are the only one that is going to attend the LL.M program at Frankfurt University :-)
Where are you from ?
Are you going to accept the offer of admission ?
Did you apply to any other LLM ?
I am also interested in the program but I am not sure if it is a good option. I mean, the Institute for law and Finance has been created just 4 years ago and is the most expensive program in Germany. Almost all the LLM programs cost less than 1000 euros. Actually, I think that i am going to attend the LLM offered by Humboldt University in Berlin.
Hey people
Do you know if there are other LLm programs focused in Law and Finance in Germany ?



Thanks in advance
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theswede

Joined: 25 Feb 2007
Posts: 4
ILF 2007/2008
Sat Mar 10, 2007 01:04 PM
Yes, It seems to be only me!!

To answer your questions, I have accepted the offer and I did not apply anywhere else. I hope to get scholarship to help me fund the LL.M., so fingers crossed!

About the reputation, it is newly started, but it is a perfect programme for me and thus the fact that it is a "new" LL.M. is not significant to me. However, I can understand your concerns.

About Law and Finance programmes in Germany you have Bucerius Law School (which btw is the most expensive programme in Germany) , otherwise I don't know.

Hoped it answered your questions!
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ekv

Joined: 08 Jan 2007
Posts: 10
ILF 2007/2008
Sat Mar 10, 2007 02:49 PM
Hi theswede,

I'm sending my application very soon, but I can't find the "class rank" letter that they mention on as a meterial. What about you? Did you send them this letter? And how long does it take to get the answer from admission office?
Hopefully, I will accept and we may met in Frankfurt.
Cheers
Ekv.
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theswede

Joined: 25 Feb 2007
Posts: 4
ILF 2007/2008
Sat Mar 10, 2007 02:56 PM
Hi!

My university does not give any "class rank". I got a letter stating that from my university, which I sent with my application to the ILF. It took 4 weeks until I got the answer (which is their aim).

Good luck with your application and feel free to ask if you have more questions!
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ekv

Joined: 08 Jan 2007
Posts: 10
ILF 2007/2008
Mon Mar 12, 2007 02:21 PM
Thanks, and where are you from anyway? I'm from Bangkok, Thailand. Can you speak German? Even they teach english in class, but in our daily life everyone speak german, right?

Cheers,
EkV.
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Zok

Joined: 07 Apr 2007
Posts: 16
ILF 2007/2008
Sun Apr 08, 2007 10:11 AM
Hi Folks!

I've also been accepted to this program and I am happy to hear from other accepted applicants. For those who asked about "class rank", the answer is if your university doesn't give you such a certificate, you should get from your university a statement which shows that they cannot provide a class rank of the students. My university also didn't give such a certificate and I got them to give me a statement that they can't provide such a paper.
As to the issue of how soon they will announce you the results of your application, they say, it will take about 6 weeks. They answered me in 5 weeks.

[Edited 11 Apr 2007 by Zok]
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abhishekbhardwaj

Joined: 19 Oct 2006
Posts: 49
ILF 2007/2008
Mon Apr 09, 2007 07:28 PM
hey guys...is it right that ILF doesnt require any personal statement or motivation letter....?? any idea abt the placement scenario after the llm pROGRAMME?
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Zok

Joined: 07 Apr 2007
Posts: 16
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Mon Apr 09, 2007 07:31 PM
That's true, they do not require a motivation letter. Have no idea about placement scenario after the program,sorry
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abhishekbhardwaj

Joined: 19 Oct 2006
Posts: 49
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Mon Apr 09, 2007 07:59 PM
THANKS ZOK... i spent a lot of time preparing the same..but anyway.......will be mailing my appliaction tomorrow...thanx again buddy .....i guess you have already got the final offer?
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Zok

Joined: 07 Apr 2007
Posts: 16
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Mon Apr 09, 2007 08:02 PM
Yeah, I've got accepted it and I am happy about it. Hope to see you in the program too.

[Edited 09 Apr 2007 by Zok]
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Zok

Joined: 07 Apr 2007
Posts: 16
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Mon Apr 09, 2007 08:04 PM
Actually, a motivation letter will not harm. You can include it as well. It might be useful.
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abhishekbhardwaj

Joined: 19 Oct 2006
Posts: 49
ILF 2007/2008
Tue Apr 10, 2007 01:10 PM
yes ZOK,, you are right..i posted my application today along with the motivation letter too. when do you think they would respond to me after once they receive my application.?? do they first inform via email or directly through snail mail??
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Zok

Joined: 07 Apr 2007
Posts: 16
ILF 2007/2008
Tue Apr 10, 2007 06:27 PM
Hi,
If I tell from my experience, they will confirm the acceptance of your application within a week. And after that, it will probably take them approxitimately 5 weeks to announce the result of your application. But it might be different from what I said, because I applied in November, not in April. The number of applicants might be higher or lower, so you might get a response much sooner or later. You had better refer to Dr. Kobbelt. She is very helpful in these matters. You can even give a call.
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abhishekbhardwaj

Joined: 19 Oct 2006
Posts: 49
ILF 2007/2008
Tue Apr 10, 2007 08:42 PM
ya right..i think i am quite late in sending my application....more so becuase there arent many seats on offer..but i am keeping my fingers crossed.......
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Zok

Joined: 07 Apr 2007
Posts: 16
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Tue Apr 10, 2007 08:51 PM
well, if they are still receiving applications, it means, they still have some places to offer. Mainly, it depends on the merits of your application but not when you applied. If you have a high GPA and good recommendation letters, you should get accepted, of course, provided that other applicants also do not have higher qualifications. Everything in this world is a matter of comparison and relativeness, you know.
relax and have fun, you have done your part, it is up to the admission commission now :-)
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abhishekbhardwaj

Joined: 19 Oct 2006
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Wed Apr 11, 2007 02:47 AM
fair enough zok.....its all about the survival of the fittest....I have tried to make an effort to convince them abt my suitability by my international work experience. lets see if this thing comes to my rescue. WHAT ABT YOU? you from europe? student or professional?
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Zok

Joined: 07 Apr 2007
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Wed Apr 11, 2007 04:54 AM
well, I am doing my Master's in Comparative Constitutional Law at Central European University, in Budapest. Pretty good program. But I want to learn some business law, for this reason, I applied to this program.

[Edited 11 Apr 2007 by Zok]
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Zok

Joined: 07 Apr 2007
Posts: 16
ILF 2007/2008
Wed Apr 11, 2007 04:55 AM
where are you from btw?
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abhishekbhardwaj

Joined: 19 Oct 2006
Posts: 49
ILF 2007/2008
Wed Apr 11, 2007 05:13 PM
i am from India ZOK.....and keep travelling throughout south east asia..to fulfil professional obligations.......
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Zok

Joined: 07 Apr 2007
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Wed Apr 11, 2007 06:53 PM
I see, it must be interesting to have an international experience plus traveling.
I guess, there is nobody besides us, who is interested in talking about the program. :-)
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abhishekbhardwaj

Joined: 19 Oct 2006
Posts: 49
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Thu Apr 12, 2007 03:34 AM
haha..what ever they said about the exclusivity of wisdom...wisdom is exclusive and so are the people possessing it.......so i guess lesser the people.....better for me atleast..haha
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abhishekbhardwaj

Joined: 19 Oct 2006
Posts: 49
ILF 2007/2008
Tue Apr 17, 2007 06:39 AM
hey zok...do you think having a first class degree in economics and a second class degree in law helps? ofcourse 3 years of corporate experience in a leading law firm in india? i am waiting now.i confirmed via email and i understand that they are still receiving appluication for the few seats left now....i hope i get through....i have been told that the placemet scenario after ILF is quite impressive,,,,almost 200% placements..what do ya sya?
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Zok

Joined: 07 Apr 2007
Posts: 16
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Tue Apr 17, 2007 07:58 AM
What i can say is, if we applied at the same time, and for them to select one of us, they'd select you, believe me. First, I don't have a degree in Economics. Second, I don't have much experience in business law. I am a human rights lawyer. Feeling much relaxed? :-)

Even the moderator gave you two stars to you but not to me.

[Edited 17 Apr 2007 by Zok]
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abhishekbhardwaj

Joined: 19 Oct 2006
Posts: 49
ILF 2007/2008
Tue Apr 17, 2007 09:49 AM
you are very modest..i know you are a great scholar and already accepted at ILF....but what is this moderator thing about..i din have an idea.....
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