LW101 Law I
DESCRIPTION
This unit is designed to introduce students to the Australian legal framework. The unit examines a number of key legal issues that are central to business such as contract law, consumer law and tort law. The unit emphasises the links between legal principles and business activity. Students examine the elements of contract law, negligence and tort law and consumer protection law in some detail. The unit also introduces students to the law of agency and the law associated with partnerships and corporations.
RELEVANT COURSES
*Core unit
CREDIT POINTS
10
DELIVERY MODE
On campus
Intensive
Extensive
PREREQUISITE OR CO-REQUISITE
Nil
UNIT LEARNING OUTCOMES
LO1 Demonstrate an understanding of the commercial law concepts in the topics covered
LO2 Interpret relevant provisions of the legislation considered in the course
LO3 Identify the obligations, rights and remedies available to parties in commercial transactions
LO4 Make an informed decision as to the likely outcome of a commercial fact situation based on appropriate
information
CONTENT
An introduction to law and Australian legal system
The Australian legal system
Law of Torts
Contractual capacity and genuine consent
Consideration and legality of object
Contents and interpretation of the contract
Consumer protection
Data protection and privacy regulations
Law of agency
Law of partnerships
Corporations law
Business ethics
ASSESSMENT METHODS
1. Written Assessment - 20%
2. Media Analysis - 30%
3. Exam - 50%
PRESCRIBED READINGS
Gibson, A. & Osborne, S. (2019). Business law (11th ed.).Sydney: Pearson.
Check with the lecturer each semester before purchasing any textbooks