208-233 Introduction to Business Law

This subject introduces students to the nature and purpose of law, the Australian legal system, interpretation of laws and the law applicable to the business environment.

Topics include:

• introduction to the Australian Legal system;

• tort law of negligence; formation of contracts; terms of contracts; termination of contracts;

• consumer protection; agency; partnership; bankruptcy; and

• insurance law and privacy.

A 3-hour end-of-semester examination (50%), assignment of up to 3000 words (25%) and assessment of tutorial worksheets (25%, equivalent to 2500 words in total).