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The Master of International Trade Law and Economics (MITLE) degree is offered by USC Gould School of Law jointly with USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences Department of Economics. This STEM-designated degree provides students with an interdisciplinary, global perspective and the knowledge and skills relevant to the laws, policies, and business practices that shape international trade and economics.

The Master of International Trade Law and Economics is a one or two-year, 32-unit degree program offered on campus on a full-time basis. USC offers a spring and fall start date.

This degree is open to anyone with a bachelor's degree in any field; however, students are required to have a solid foundation in mathematics, including calculus.

Degree Outcomes

  • Understand relevant laws, policies and business best practices related to international trade and economics.
  • Develop a basic understanding of the quantitative methods and data sources used in economic and trade policy analysis.
  • Demonstrate a general understanding of the economic aspects and legal regulations involved with international trade.
  • Identify practical issues that arise when engaging in international trade law and economics.
Format:
Full-Time | On-Campus
Eligibility:
Bachelor’s Degree
Start:
Fall | Spring

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Why Choose USC?

Top reasons to pursue the Master of International Trade Law and Economics degree offered by USC Gould and USC Dornsife:

2 Renowned Schools, 1 Distinctive Degree

The Master of International Trade Law and Economics (MITLE) degree is offered jointly by USC Dornsife College of Letters, Art and Sciences Department of Economics and USC Gould School of Law. 

Specialized Coursework

Prepare for careers in government, international trade, economics, and policy work with targeted curriculum taught by experienced faculty.

Interdisciplinary Education

Learn from leading experts in economics and law. Gain a global perspective on the policies and practices shaping the field.

Career Support

USC offers workshops and individually tailored guidance on developing your career plan, as well as mentorship opportunities and tools for exam preparation.

Renowned Trojan Family

USC’s worldwide network — hundreds of thousands strong — actively supports fellow Trojans, with Gould alumni among the top partners at major law firms and the CEOs and presidents of leading companies. 

Scholarships Offered

All MITLE applicants will be considered automatically for our scholarship awards.

With top-rated programs in economics and law, USC is renowned for its history of innovation and excellence in graduate education.

Redefined Blog

Graduate and International Programs welcome newest students for 2025–26 year
Graduate and International Programs welcome newest students for 2025–26 year
This year’s class includes nearly 400 students from 33 countries enrolled across a range of academic offerings.
September 24, 2025
Alumni Spotlight: Nick Galland (MITLE 2024)
Alumni Spotlight: Nick Galland (MITLE 2024)
Alumnus elaborates on his meaningful student experiences, economic research work and future aspirations to pursue a PhD.
September 19, 2025
Class of 2025: USC Gould celebrates 452 new alumni in Graduate and International Programs ceremony
Class of 2025: USC Gould celebrates 452 new alumni in Graduate and International Programs ceremony
Gould G&IP graduates represented 32 countries worldwide, across 11 different academic degree programs.
May 23, 2025

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