Competition Law (EU)

Competition law works to prevent agreements or practices that restrict market competition that is detrimental to the consumer. The European Commission is responsible for enforcing several laws in the EU against companies that fix prices, rig the bidding process, take advantage of their market dominance, or create monopolies through mergers and acquisitions. This course covers the specific competition laws, why they exist, how they apply to companies in the EU and the consequences of violating them. EU competition law exists to promote a healthy, competitive market.