Master of European Regulation of Network Industries (MERNI)

Organisation:: Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn
Ort, Bundesland, Land:: Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Typ:: Full-time
Certificate:: LL.M.
Duration:: 2 Semester/s

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Programme

The Master of European Regulation of Network Industries (MERNI) is a postgraduate degree programme offered by the Center for European Integration Studies (ZEI) at the University of Bonn.

The demand for expertise in network industries (telecommunications, energy, transport, water and postal services) stems from private and public sectors alike, be it from network and network-related companies, consultancies, financial institutions, regulatory authorities or industry and consumer associations. The study process comprises a rigorous interdisciplinary programme covering economic, legal and policy aspects pertaining to the regulation of network industries and providing the participants with the know-how, legal and management skills that are indispensable for a successful carrier in the respective fields.

The University of Bonn, after successful completion of the programme, bestows upon all graduates the degree of Master of European Regulation of Network Industries and awards the title Master of Laws (LL.M.).

Prof. Dr. Ludger Kühnhardt
Director, Center for European Integration Studies

Target audience

Eligible to apply are all university graduates, and particularly those holding a degree in law, economics, engineering, IT or political science.

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MERNI is devoted to educating future leaders in regulation through a rigorous training program covering the economic, legal and policy aspects pertaining to the regulation of network industries in the context of European economic integration.

The program constitutes an innovative response to the challenges facing contemporary network industries, bringing together the best from academia and day-to-day regulation to create a unique learning environment.

Emphases/Curriculum

The Master of European Regulation of Network Industries (MERNI) at the Center for European Integration Studies provides participants with knowledge and insights on a per-module basis.

Modules denote highly compact and self-contained teaching units dealing with either a general subject matter of analytical importance or with a particular network industry.

Basic Modules:

Introduction to the Regulation of Network Industries
Liberalisation of Network Industries in the EU
Introduction to the Economics of Network Industries
Business Concepts for Network Industry Analysis
Basic 5: Introduction to EC Antitrust Law and Merger Control
State Aid and Services of General Economic Interest
International Framework for the Regulation of Network Industries
Regulatory Rational and Remedies: A Synoptic Overview

Specialised Modules:

Network industries covered by the individual modules:

Electronic Communications
Energy (Electricity & Gas)
Postal Services
Transport (Air & Rail)
Water

Subject matter of the courses within each specialised module:

General description of the sector
Technology particularities
Economics of the sector
Sector-specific regulation
Business aspects
Implementation of the sector-specific regulation in the member states
Application of competition law to the sector

Admission/Entrance requirements

Total fees approx.:	€ 10.000

Tuition fee and scholarships This fee does not include other expenses, such as general living and accommodation costs. A limited number of competitive scholarships are provided by the MERNI industry partners to highly qualified individuals. Furthermore, the MERNI administration supports applicants in applying for external scholarships and other third-party funding. Application and Admission: Applications for the forthcoming academic year – which commences in mid-September – shall be submitted no later than May 15 for non-EU applicants and June 1 for EU applicants. Offers of acceptance onto the programme will be made in the spring and not later than June 15 of that year.

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Language(s) of instruction:	English
Going abroad:	not possible

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Organisation

The Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms University of Bonn, founded in 1818, ranks among the top universities in Germany and is considered to be one of Europe's most important institutions of higher education.

With students from more than 100 countries across the globe and numerous visiting professors, the University enjoys a truly international atmosphere for research and education. Besides, the University has built strong relations with the numerous national and international organisations, both private and public, to be found in Bonn, thus ensuring a perfect blend of academic theory and real-life practice.

Study in Bonn

Bonn is a popular place of study and, despite its importance as a federal city, has remained a charming university town. It is a city where studying and living are equally easy. The central position of the Main Building of the university draws students again and again to the city centre.

Almost 60% of students cycle to the city, and an extensive network of cycle paths reflects this trend. Students in Bonn are advised to make do without a car because parking places are difficult to come by. Doing without a car is actually made easy for students.