Corporate and Business LawModule Details

Rationale

The course serves as a foundational component within the broader curriculum as it will introduce students to the fundamental legal principles governing business entities. In today's dynamic business landscape, a nuanced comprehension of legal frameworks surrounding contracts, partnerships, corporate law, and business law is indispensable facilitating their ability to navigate complex legal landscapes with confidence and competence.

This course aims to provide students with an understanding of the theoretical framework of corporate and business law, as well as to help them develop their critical and legal thinking skills.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course students will be expected to:
(i)    Identify the requirements for the formation of a contract and the remedies for breach of contract.
(ii)   Follow the procedures of formation/registration, liquidation and dissolution of partnerships and companies.
(iii)  Distinguish the various types of companies in applicable law.
(iv)  Distinguish between the role of the board and the role of the shareholder.
(v)   Compare between shares and debentures.
(vi)  Analyse the legal implications relating to employment law and law of torts.
(vii) Recognise corporate fraudulent and criminal behaviour.