About the Course
National Law University Delhi, through FairSquare – The NLU Delhi Competition Law & Market Studies Society, is pleased to announce the Online Certificate Course on Competition Law, Digital Markets & Artificial Intelligence, a four-week executive education programme designed to examine the evolving intersection of competition law, digital market regulation, and artificial intelligence governance.
The course brings together leading academics, practitioners, competition law experts, and industry professionals to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of contemporary antitrust challenges in technology-driven markets. Through live lectures, case studies, and interactive discussions, participants will engage with key developments in digital platform regulation, algorithmic governance, AI-related competition concerns, merger control, compliance, and global regulatory frameworks.
The programme is intended to bridge academic rigour with practical insights and equip participants with the analytical tools required to navigate rapidly changing regulatory and market environments.
About National Law University Delhi
National Law University Delhi, established in 2008 under the National Law University Act, 2007, is a premier institution committed to excellence in legal education and research. The University has been consistently ranked 2nd in the Law category of the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, and has recently entered the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 in Law & Legal Studies, securing a place in the 201–250 band globally. NLU Delhi has produced distinguished scholars, including three Rhodes Scholars, and is known for its strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research, constitutional values, and practical legal education. Through its undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and professional programmes, the University seeks to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and vision required to address contemporary legal challenges and contribute meaningfully to society.
Read more about NLU Delhi: https://nludelhi.ac.in
About FairSquare
FairSquare – The NLU Delhi Competition Law & Market Studies Society is the first competition law and market studies society at National Law University Delhi. The society seeks to bridge the gap between academic engagement and the practical realities of antitrust law, market regulation, and emerging technologies.
Through publications such as MarketChatter and Dialogue, expert lectures, policy discussions, and its podcast series Trust Issues, FairSquare aims to foster research, public awareness, and informed discourse on competition law and the regulation of digital markets.
Read more about FairSquare: fairsquare.nludelhi.ac.in
Patrons
- (Dr.) G.S. Bajpai, Vice-Chancellor, National Law University Delhi
- (Dr.) Risham Garg, Registrar, National Law University Delhi
- Shri Dhanendra Kumar, First Chairperson, Competition Commission of India & Founding Patron-in-Chief
- Geeta Gouri, Former Member, Competition Commission of India
- Sangeeta Verma, Former Member, Competition Commission of India
- Abha Yadav, Course Director & Head, FairSquare
Board of Advisors
- Aparna Mehra, Partner, Trilegal
- Toshit Shandilya, Partner, AZB & Partners
- Rahul Rai, Partner & Co-Founder, Axiom5 Law Chambers
Course Objectives
The programme enables participants to:
- Understand the fundamentals of competition law and economics in the context of digital markets and AI.
- Examine anti-competitive agreements, cartel enforcement, abuse of dominance, and merger control in technology-driven markets.
- Explore competition compliance, investigations, and enforcement trends involving digital platforms and data-intensive businesses.
- Analyse global regulatory developments, including the EU Digital Markets Act (DMA) and the EU AI Act.
- Develop practical analytical skills through expert-led case studies and interactive discussion sessions.
Course Duration & Mode
22 August – 12 September 2026
- 22 August – 12 September 2026: Live online sessions
- 13 September 2026 (Optional): In-person Panel Discussion & Immersion Event at Delhi, followed by a networking session with faculty, practitioners, and fellow participants
Course Structure
Week 1
22 August 2026
- Inaugural Session
- Foundations of Competition Law and Economics in the AI Ecosystem
23 August 2026
- Anti-Competitive Agreements and Cartel Enforcement in AI-Driven Markets
- Interactive Case Study & Discussion Session
Week 2
29 August 2026
- Abuse of Dominance and Digital Platforms, Big Data & AI
- Interactive Case Study & Discussion Session
30 August 2026
- Competition Compliance and Investigations in the Digital World
- Interactive Case Study & Discussion Session
Week 3
5 September 2026
- Merger Control and Competition Compliance, including Data and AI Consolidation
- Interactive Case Study & Discussion Session
6 September 2026
- Competition Law in Digital Markets
- Interactive Case Study & Discussion Session
Week 4
12 September 2026
- Artificial Intelligence, Algorithmic Collusion & Competition Law
- Interactive Case Study & Discussion Session
13 September 2026
- Concluding Panel Discussion & Social Networking Event (Offline)
Course Fee
- Students: ₹3,999
- Professionals: ₹5,999
- Optional Immersion and Networking Event: ₹500
Registration Link
Brochure Link
Brochure Page
Contact
Email: compsoc@nludelhi.ac.in
