This course introduces students to the Australian legal system and the law regulating business activities. Particular focus is given to the law of contract. The course also covers laws relating to particular types of business contracts such as sale of goods, insurance contracts, and consumer credit. Aspects of property law and negligence are also covered.

By the end of this course students should understand

• The workings of the Australian legal system including law making and dispute resolution processes;
• The legal principles relevant to the formation, administration and termination of business contracts;
• The laws relevant to particular types of business contracts including sales of goods and insurance law;
• Basic concepts of Australian property law;
• The law of negligence in a commercial context;
• And be able to apply legal analysis and legal reasoning particularly to legal problems.

• Tutorial Papers (2 papers worth 10% each) 20%
• Assignment 20%
• Final Examination 60%

The assessment for this coursefor Summer School, 2010, will be different from the standard semester offerings. Summer School proposed assessment is as follows:

• Final Examination   100%

At least three contact hours per week.

None.

Incompatible with COMM1101 Introduction to Commercial Law, LAWS1204 Contracts, LAWS2101 Introductory Business Law, LAWS2210 Commercial Law and ENGN4003 Engineering Law.

See Course Website:  http://ecocomm.anu.edu.au/courses/course.asp?code=BUSN1101

For further information please see http://ecocomm.anu.edu.au/courses/course.asp?code=BUSN1101