Overview

This unit exposes you to the differences between companies, trusts and other business structures, considering their creation, operation and the potential legal liability of their participants and stakeholders. The effects of external regulation and internal company rules on company directors and investors will be covered, enabling you to learn how … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

SSA-02-CAULFIELD-BLOCK-ON

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Petra Mahy

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

describe the nature of trusts, the way they operate, and the rights and obligations of people involved in or dealing with trusts

2.

demonstrate an understanding of the significance and functions of corporations as legal structures and how they facilitate the carrying on of a business

3.

identify and explain the ways that corporations and their stakeholders are regulated by the law (legislation and case law) in Australia

4.

demonstrate skills in logically analysing and solving law-related problems relating to corporations

5.

work collaboratively to consider the legal responsibilities and risks arising for corporate entities in business, to explain those risks and potential consequences to non-expert audiences

6.

consolidate and apply learning outcomes 3 and 4 in the contexts of multiple topic areas affecting corporate entities, within one assessment.

Teaching approach

Problem-based learning
Online learning
Peer assisted learning
Active learning

Assessment

1 - Within semester assessment
2 - Examination

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Lectures
Tutorials

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Required resources