Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 200909

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Description This is an introductory law unit designed to introduce the fundamentals of law in a commercial context. The unit introduces students to the basic principles of law and the legal system as well as examining some of the major areas of law that impact on commercial dealings. This unit examines the legal system, the way law is made and the main areas of law relevant to starting and running a business including contracts, negligence and consumer protection.

School Law

Discipline Business and Commercial Law

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp

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Level Undergraduate Level 1 subject

Equivalent Subjects LGYA 9864 - Introduction to Legal Principles LAWS 1004 - Introduction to Business Law LAWS 1005 - Introduction to Business Law (UWSC) LGYB 0472 - Introduction to Business Law (Creative Industries) LAWS 1002 - Enterprise Law (UWSC)

Restrictions

This subject is not to be taken as part of a Bachelor of Laws program attempt. External offerings are only available to students enrolled in a Property Major and to students enrolled in WSU Online Bachelor of Business. UEH offerings are only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Business or Bachelor of Business and Commerce, attending offshore on-campus, at the University of Economics, Ho Chi Minh City.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

1. Identify the features of the Australian legal system that apply to commercial enterprises, including the impact on Indigenous peoples.
2. Explain fundamental legal concepts and principles relevant to commercial enterprises.
3. Identify legal issues and strategies to respond to practical commercial problems.
4. Formulate written analysis of practical commercial problems.

Subject Content

1. Australian Legal Systems.
2. Business Structures - partnerships, sole traders, trusts and companies.
3. Negligence including negligent misstatement
4. Contracts (formation, validity, terms, rights and remedies)
5. Australian Consumer Law and Competition Law