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LAW06022 2016 Business Law 2

General Details

Full Title
Business Law 2
Transcript Title
Business Law 2
Code
LAW06022
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
LAW - Law
Department
BUS - Business
Level
06 - NFQ Level 6
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2016 - Full Academic Year 2016-17
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
John Creed, Ruth Walsh
Programme Membership
SG_BEMBE_G07 201600 Bachelor of Business in Embedded award of BB Ab-initio L8 SG_BEMBE_G06 201600 Higher Certificate in Business in Embedded award of BB Ab-initio L8 SG_BBUSS_B07 201600 Bachelor of Business in Business L7 SG_BBUSI_H08 201900 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Business L8 (Ab-initio) SG_BBUSI_C06 201900 Higher Certificate in Business in Business in Business Studies L6 SG_BOFFI_C06 201900 Higher Certificate in Business in Business in Office Administration SG_BADMN_B07 201900 Bachelor of Business in Business in Business Administration L7 SG_BBUSS_B07 201900 Bachelor of Business in Business in Business L7
Description

The purpose of this course is to give the student an introduction to the Irish and European legal systems. The student will be introduced to the basic principles in law, which are essential in the commercial environment. It is intended that this module will create an awareness of where legal expertise may need to be sought.

This module build on the knowledge acquired in Business Law 1.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;

1.

Outline the legislation in relation to consumer law;

2.

Outline the legislation in relation to a variety of business activities such as marketing, franchising, agency, insurance;

3.

Apply the fundamental principles of employment law and equality law to facilitate informed decisions in the commercial environment;

4.

Recognise key factors which will influence decision making within a complex legal environment;

5.

Demonstrate the ability to cooperate and work effectively with peers.

Teaching and Learning Strategies

This module will be delivered by lecture and tutorial support as appropriate. The learner will be supported in developing an understanding of the theory and key principles in this area and how these apply in the commercial environment. Reference will be made to case study material to support this objective.

Module Assessment Strategies

This module will be assessed by Continuous Assessment (20%) during the semester and by an end of semester exam (80%).

Repeat Assessments

Repeat assessments will be developed as appropriate to assess failed elements.

Indicative Syllabus

1.        Commercial Law 

  • Demonstrate an understanding of agency, franchising and distribution agreements;
  • Describe the fundamental principles of insurance;
  • Data Protection and Freedom of Information legislation;
  • Money laundering and credit cards;
  • Hire purchase agreements.

2.        Employment Law 

  • The essential elements of an employment contract;
  • The obligations and duties of employers and employees;
  • Termination of a contract of employment - Unfair Dismissals legislation;
  • Equality legislation;
  • Health and Safety legislation;
  • Role of the Workplace Relations Commission;
  • Case-law.

3.      Legal issues in relation to Marketing

  • Outline the main provisions of Irish and European consumer law;
  • Identify the role of the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission for the individual and for businesses.

4.        Property Law

  • Landlord and Tenant;
  • Commercial leases;
  • Mortgages;
  • Planning Law.

5.      Business Ethics and Regulation

  • Ethical principles - Integrity, professional competence, confidentiality and accountability;
  • Ethical dilemmas and conflicts of interest.

Coursework & Assessment Breakdown

Coursework & Continuous Assessment
20 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
80 %

Coursework Assessment

Title Type Form Percent Week Learning Outcomes Assessed
1 Written Report , Case study, Exam, Other Continuous Assessment UNKNOWN 20 % Week 8 1,2,3,4,5
2 Continuous Assessment Weekly activities in class such as question and answer sessions, class discussion, case studies etc. Formative UNKNOWN - % OnGoing 1,2,3,4,5
             

End of Semester / Year Assessment

Title Type Form Percent Week Learning Outcomes Assessed
1 Final Exam Final Exam UNKNOWN 80 % End of Term 1,2,3,4
             
             

Module Resources

Non ISBN Literary Resources

"Essentials of Irish Business Law" by Aine Keenan - Gill & Macmillan.

"Principles of Irish Law" by Brian Doolan - Gill & Macmillan.

Constitution of Ireland - Government Publications Office.

Business Law, Law Society of Ireland - Oxford University Press.

URL Resources

Various legal, government and European websites such as:

www.oireachtas.ie;

www.courts.ie;

www.westlaw.ie

www.constitution.ie;

www.irishstatuebook.ie;

www.europa.eu;

www.injuriesboard.ie.

www.irlii.org;

www.wrc.ie.

Additional Information

None