Code MABUUT
Law in Business Major
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Why study at ECU?
About this Major
This major will give you a sound understanding of commercial law and the ability to manage legal risk, skills that are valued by employers in the private and public sectors.
While this major doesn’t qualify you to become a practising lawyer, you may qualify for entry to ECU’s Bachelor of Laws after completing the first-year core units.
Code MABUUT
Availability & Campus
Location | Availability |
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Joondalup | |
Mount Lawley | |
South West | |
Online |
Details
Structure
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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LAW1100 | Introduction to Business Law | 15 |
LAW1116 | Legal Reasoning | 15 |
LAW1117 | Torts I | 15 |
LAW1600 | Legal Writing and Research | 15 |
LAW2108 | Workplace Laws and Regulations | 15 |
LAW2106 | Intellectual Property Law | 15 |
LAW3018 | Law on Financial Institutions and Instruments | 15 |
LAW3460 | Competition and Consumer Protection Law | 15 |
For more detailed unit information for this Major take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.
Student handbookNotes
Learning Outcomes
- Apply broad knowledge and diverse perspectives in law in business contexts.
- Solve complex law in business problems with critical thinking.
- Communicate effectively in law in business contexts.
- Collaborate effectively as a member of a team.
- Generate innovative and creative ideas in law in business contexts.
- Reflect on experiences for personal and professional development.
- Engage in ethical and socially responsible behaviour.
Career Opportunities
Employment opportunities
This major opens career opportunities in a variety of corporate, government and non-government organisations. Having this major, along with other complementary studies will make you a welcome asset to businesses, both large and small.
Possible future job titles
Company Director, Office Administrator or Manager, Administration Manager, Contract Manager or Officer, Compliance Officer, Legal Administration Officer