On successful completion of this module the students will be able to:  ·        Explain  the   legal framework and identify the key sources of Law   ·        Explain  the classifications of Tort and tortious liability  ·        Explain and apply  the necessary factors for the establishment of liability for negligence and product liability  ·        Identify,  explain  and apply  essential of a valid contract and the factors which may affect the validity of the contract   ·        Distinguish between express and implied terms of the contract  and explain the nature and scope of  exclusion clauses  ·        Explain the ways in which a contract may be discharged and the remedies available  for breach  ·        Describe the features of  the main types of business contract  ·        Explain and apply the key provision of the Sale of Goods Act and the Supply of Goods and Services Act  ·        Identify, explain and apply the key employment law legislation on employment protection  and discrimination.  ·        Describe the main forms of business organisation  ·        Explain the legal  formalities required to establish the different business forms   ·        Compare the rights and liabilities of the owners / members of the various forms of business

The teaching and learning strategy is designed to develop an understanding and critical awareness of the essential principles of the law relating to business and to develop an ability to apply the principles in an appropriate way.

The teaching and learning methods include a series of lectures and seminars designed to open out the subject, and to develop the skills required to research and apply relevant  legal issues. Students will be encouraged to undertake relevant background reading generally and  key legislation and case law will be indicated . Students  will be given the opportunity to apply the legal principles to  case studies based on actual decided cases and will be encouraged to visit the civil courts to experience business law in action .  Opportunities will be given for students to research into key areas of business law and to evaluate the impact of the law on business operations. 

The assessment methods include: a written assignment of 1500 words  (50%) and an open book  examination of 1.5 hours (50%).

In order to achieve the threshold standard for the award of credits for this module, the student must meet the following criteria related to the learning outcomes described above:

·        be able to demonstrate an awareness of the essential principles regulating the field of Business Law

·        develop a critical understanding of the law regulating business and its impact on business  operations

·        apply the relevant provisions and case law in various situations

·        demonstrate that essential and background reading has been undertaken

To pass this module the student will demonstrate a knowledge of the  key aspects of  business law its impact on business operations  and will show  the ability to appropriately apply the legal provisions and principles in given case study situations. The student will also be able to cite and explain supporting case law and statutory  provisions 

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