LST2BSL
INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS LAW AND ETHICS
LST2BSL
2018
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, students are introduced to some of the core principles of contract and consumer protection law, the law of negligence, and property law. In addition, students are exposed to ethical standards that apply to business, particularly regarding contractual relationships, responsibility for harm, and legal protections against unethical conduct in the business world. This subject also adopts a skills-based learning approach. It does this through teaching the basic techniques of problem-solving and promoting an understanding of the dynamic nature of the law. These skills prepare students for more advanced law subjects as well as their professional careers.
SchoolLa Trobe Law School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorLaura Griffin
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Student should have completed 60 credit points
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects LAW2CNT
Equivalent subjects LST1LCC, LST1IBL, LST1BSL
Special conditions This subject is not available to Bachelor of Laws students as a law elective.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | First Principles of Business Law | Prescribed | Michael Lambiris and Laura Griffin (2017) | OUP |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate a knowledge of key features of the Australian Legal System through written and oral forms
- Activities:
- Listening to online lectures, tutorial participation, assignments, online tests
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Creative Problem-solving)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
02. Identify, interpret, analyse and evaluate case law principles and statutory provisions as they apply to business law through written and oral forms
- Activities:
- Listening to online lectures, tutorial participation, assignments, online tests
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Creative Problem-solving)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
03. Demonstrate a knowledge of the ethical standards that apply to business through written and oral forms
- Activities:
- Listening to online lectures, tutorial participation, assignments, online tests
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Creative Problem-solving)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
04. Apply problem-solving skills to legal and ethical issues in business through written and oral forms
- Activities:
- Listening to online lectures, tutorial participation, assignments, online testsOnline
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Creative Problem-solving)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2018, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLaura Griffin
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice quiz (1500 w) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1,500-word Common Law assignment to be submitted online | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 2-hour final examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Bendigo, 2018, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLaura Griffin
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice quiz (1500 w) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1,500-word Common Law assignment to be submitted online | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 2-hour final examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Dandenong, 2018, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLaura Griffin
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice quiz (1500 w) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1,500-word Common Law assignment to be submitted online | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 2-hour final examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Dandenong, 2018, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLaura Griffin
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice quiz (1500 w) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1,500-word Common Law assignment to be submitted online | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 2-hour final examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2018, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLaura Griffin
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice quiz (1500 w) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1,500-word Common Law assignment to be submitted online | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 2-hour final examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2018, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLaura Griffin
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice quiz (1500 w) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1,500-word Common Law assignment to be submitted online | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 2-hour final examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2018, Summer, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLaura Griffin
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 46
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day in week 46 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice quiz (1500 w) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1,500-word Common Law assignment to be submitted online | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 2-hour final examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Mildura, 2018, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLaura Griffin
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice quiz (1500 w) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1,500-word Common Law assignment to be submitted online | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 2-hour final examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Shepparton, 2018, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLaura Griffin
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice quiz (1500 w) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1,500-word Common Law assignment to be submitted online | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 2-hour final examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Sydney, 2018, Study Period 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLaura Griffin
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice quiz (1500 w) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1,500-word Common Law assignment to be submitted online | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 2-hour final examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Sydney, 2018, Study Period 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLaura Griffin
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 31 - 42
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 42 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice quiz (1500 w) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1,500-word Common Law assignment to be submitted online | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 2-hour final examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Sydney, 2018, Study Period 3, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLaura Griffin
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 46
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day in week 46 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice quiz (1500 w) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1,500-word Common Law assignment to be submitted online | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 2-hour final examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Vietnam, 2018, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLaura Griffin
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice quiz (1500 w) | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1,500-word Common Law assignment to be submitted online | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 2-hour final examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |