You are guided through the basic principles of the English Legal systems and the four principle areas of law relevant to the operations of a business which include contract, tort, company and employment law. The module also evaluates the impact of the changing legal environment on the business as well as looking at how organisations tackle legal problems and develop solutions. Application to real-world situations is applied through the analysis of law reports, legislation and case studies.

Module Description

This module aims to:

Introduce students to the legal framework in England & Wales and in particular to facilitate an understanding of the sanctions available to the courts to deal with non compliance by a business of its legal obligations
Gain a foundation knowledge of the working of four business related areas of law namely contract, tort, company law and employment law
Develop individual areas of law which impinge upon businesses in practice
Stimulate students into adopting an enquiring and critical approach to the law
Foster a willingness amongst students to accept responsibility

Module Content

Introduction to Legal Framework
Contract Law 1
Contract Law 2
Tort 1
Tort 2
Companies and other forms of business units
Formation of a company
Company Officers
Finance of an Incorporated Company

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