Unit snapshot

  • Unit type
    PG Coursework Unit
  • Credit points
    12
  • Faculty & College
    Faculty of Business, Law and Arts
  • Placement
    No

Unit description

Introduces students to the global legal system, and specifically global business law. It is important for all persons who are working in, or would like to work in, global business in some form, whether it be in exporting or importing of goods and/or services, to have an appreciation of the role played by the law in regulating global trade between nations. Where appropriate, emphasis will be placed on examining international business related legal questions that are particularly relevant to Australian business.

This unit is an integral part of a selection of courses at SCU Online. Each course incorporates this unit into a complete and immersive educational experience. If you're interested in this unit, we highly recommend enrolling in one of the courses listed below.

 

Unit content

Topic 1: Introduction to international and comparative law

Topic 2: Trade in goods, services and labour

Topic 3: Sales

Topic 4: Transportation by sea, air and land

Topic 5: Dispute Settlement

Topic 6: Finance and Investment

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Learning outcomes

Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.

 

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

  • Give an overview of current domestic and international arrangements for the regulation of international business
  • Identify the legal and non-legal issues involved with the regulation of international business
  • Identify emerging and contemporary policy issues involved with the regulation of international business, and with the growing importance of the corporation and the multinational enterprise in global business law
  • Identify and outline the role of the international courts and tribunals in which international business law issues may be resolved

Study this unit in the following courses

This unit is a fundamental component of the full courses listed below, each designed to equip you with the in-depth knowledge and skills needed to achieve your career goals. To fully benefit from your learning experience and apply it to real-world challenges, engaging with the entire course is essential. Explore the courses that include this unit and take the next step towards your professional success.

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