The course is aimed at examining the relationship between general principles of criminal law and complementary legislation, with particular reference to the corporate and bankruptcy issues. Particular attention will be paid to the analysis of recent legal reforms of 2002, 2005 and 2006. The course will offer a particular focus on the modern techniques of indictment, spurred also by the initiatives of the Community institutions. The course also aims at providing with extensive technical instruments for the professional training of business lawyers.