Module Description
The module gives non-specialist students an overview of the legal topics in the areas of corporate and business law.

Module Aims

The purpose of this module is to provide non-specialist students an overview of the following legal topics:

* Elements of the legal system of the UK
* The impact of civil and on business and professional services
* The impact of criminal law on business and professional services
* Company law
* Contract law
* Employment law
* Legal issues in connection with the financing of companies
* Insolvency law

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
* Understand important legal principles involved in the business environment
* Evaluate key legal issues relevant in both an academic and a commercial context
* Conduct legal research
* Apply the law to issues and problems
* Satisfy professional accounting body requirements