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Corporate & Commercial Law I: Contracts & Employment Law

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Course Summary

Learn the basics of corporate and commercial law with this course. From contracts to shareholder agreements, you'll gain a foundational understanding of the legal concepts that are essential to business.

Key Learning Points

Understand the legal framework that governs businesses
Learn how to draft and negotiate contracts
Identify potential legal issues in business operations
Explore the intersection of law and ethics in business

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

- USA: $120,000 - $180,000
- India: ₹1,500,000 - ₹3,000,000
- Spain: €60,000 - €90,000
- USA: $120,000 - $180,000
- India: ₹1,500,000 - ₹3,000,000
- Spain: €60,000 - €90,000
- USA: $60,000 - $100,000
- India: ₹600,000 - ₹1,200,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €40,000
- USA: $120,000 - $180,000
- India: ₹1,500,000 - ₹3,000,000
- Spain: €60,000 - €90,000
- USA: $60,000 - $100,000
- India: ₹600,000 - ₹1,200,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €40,000
- USA: $50,000 - $80,000
- India: ₹350,000 - ₹800,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €35,000

Learning Outcomes

Understand the legal framework that governs businesses
Draft and negotiate contracts with confidence
Identify potential legal issues in business operations and take appropriate action

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

No prior knowledge of law is required
Basic understanding of business operations is recommended

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

Online
Self-paced
Video lectures
Quizzes and assignments

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Description

This class deals with the business law topics that appear on the CPA exam: Agency, Contracts, Debtor-Creditor Relationships, Government Regulation of Business, and Business Organizations. Students will gain an understanding of how these areas of the law affect businesses and their operations, with an eye on preparation for the business law portions of the REG section of the CPA exam. By the end of the class, students will be able to identify the legal principles that govern various business situations and apply those principles to an issue to determine the outcome when the law is applied to the facts of a scenario.

Outline

Introduction to the Course
Course Overview
About Professor Fricke
Learn on Your Terms
Syllabus
About the Discussion Forums
Learn More About Flexible Learning Paths
Update Your Profile
Build a Learning Community with Social Media
Orientation Quiz

Module 1: Forming Enforceable Agreements
Introduction to Contracts
Interview with an Entrepreneur
Offers
Acceptance
Assent
Consideration
Written v. Oral Contracts
Capacity
Legality
Module 1 Overview and Resources
Lesson 1.1 Knowledge Check
Lesson 1.2 Knowledge Check
Lesson 1.3 Knowledge Check
Lesson 1.4 Knowledge Check
Lesson 1.5 Knowledge Check
Lesson 1.6 Knowledge Check
Lesson 1.7 Knowledge Check
Lesson 1.8 Knowledge Check
Module 1 Quiz

Module 2: Special Rules for Sales Contracts
Introduction to UCC Article 2
UCC Article 2 Contract Formation
Title to Goods & Risk of Loss: No Breach
Title to Goods & Risk of Loss: Breach
Sale of Goods by Non-owners
Warranties for Sales of Goods
Module 2 Overview and Resources
Lesson 2.1 Knowledge Check
Lesson 2.2 Knowledge Check
Lesson 2.3 Knowledge Check
Lesson 2.4 Knowledge Check
Lesson 2.5 Knowledge Check
Lesson 2.6 Knowledge Check
Module 2 Quiz

Module 3: Enforcing Agreements
Third-Party Beneficiaries
Interview with a Business Attorney
Assignment & Delegation
Discharge: Mutual Agreement & Conditions
Discharge: Breach & Operation of Law
Contract Performance: Common Law
Contract Performance: Sale of Goods
Remedies for Breach: Common Law
Remedies for Breach: Sale of Goods
Module 3 Overview and Resources
Lesson 3.1 Knowledge Check
Lesson 3.2 Knowledge Check
Lesson 3.3 Knowledge Check
Lesson 3.4 Knowledge Check
Lesson 3.5 Knowledge Check
Lesson 3.6 Knowledge Check
Lesson 3.7 Knowledge Check
Lesson 3.8 Knowledge Check
Module 3 Quiz

Module 4: Agency and Employment Law
Agency Formation
Rights & Duties of Principals & Agents
Principal & Agent Liability
Agency Termination
Employee Rights
Basics of Labor Unions
Labor Actions
Gies Online Programs
Module 4 Overview and Resources
Course Wrap-Up
Congratulations!
Get Your Course Certificate
Lesson 4.1 Knowledge Check
Lesson 4.2 Knowledge Check
Lesson 4.3 Knowledge Check
Lesson 4.4 Knowledge Check
Lesson 4.5 Knowledge Check
Lesson 4.6 Knowledge Check
Lesson 4.7 Knowledge Check
Module 4 Quiz

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the fundamentals of corporate and commercial law in this comprehensive course from Coursera. Users have praised the course for its in-depth coverage of the material and its engaging instructors. One key aspect that many users appreciated was the real-world examples used throughout the course, making it easier to understand complex legal concepts.

Pros from User Reviews

In-depth coverage of corporate and commercial law
Engaging and knowledgeable instructors
Real-world examples make concepts easier to understand
Flexible schedule allows for self-paced learning
Well-structured and organized course materials

Cons from User Reviews

Some users found the course content to be too basic
Limited opportunities for interaction with instructors and other students
Some technical issues with the Coursera platform
Lack of practical exercises or assignments
Not suitable for advanced learners or those seeking highly specialized topics

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