If you are a small business owner, manager, or are aspiring for management roles, or plan to start a business, you will benefit from gaining an understanding of how the law impacts on your business activities.
The Certificate of Business Law is a professional development program designed to equip you with a thorough understanding of the fundamental principles of commercial law. This professional development program will give you foundation knowledge about the origins of our legal system and the framework in which businesses operate.
This business law course covers the many facets of commercial law, the origins of Australian law, the legal framework in which business operates, torts, defamation, negotiable instruments (such as cheques and bills of sale), business entities and the laws pertaining to business financial dealings.
On completion of this course, you will have a competent understanding of how Australian commercial law impacts on your business operations.
Course Structure
Unit: Business Law
Unit 1 – Overview of The Australian Legal System
- The Australian legal system
- Contract law
- Law of precedent
- Hierarchy
- Key elements
- Precedent
- Sources of legal information
- Assessing sources of legal information
Unit 2 – Contract Law
- Introduction
- Concepts of contract law
- Definition and nature of contract
- Essential contact elements
- Classification of contracts
- Types of contracts
- Basic elements of a contract
- Consideration rules
- Promissory estoppel
- Intention to create legal relations
- Commercial and business agreements
- Social or domestic agreements
- Capacity to contract
- Legal consent
- Performance of contract obligations
- Conditions and warranties
- Invalid contracts
- Factors invalidating contracts
- Breach of contract
- Damages
- Termination of contract
- Legal remedies
Unit 3 – Business Structures
- Foundations on which enterprises are built
- Sole-Proprietorship
- Partnerships
- Companies – public and private
- Legislative frameworks
- Taxation and liability
- Types of trusts
- Legislative frameworks
- Common law
- Statute law
- Trustee acts
- Trusts – taxation and liability
Unit 4 – Business Law and Corporate Governance
- Corporations Act
- Key provisions of the Corporate Act
- The role of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
- Directors’ and Officers’ Duties under the Corporations Act 2001
- Officers and directors
- Shareholder rights
- Shareholder Remedies
Unit 5 – Consumer Law
- Australian Consumer Law (ACL)
- Key aspects of the ACL
- Consumer rights and guarantees: fair trade
- Unfair contract terms and practices
- Misleading, deceptive and unconscionable conduct
- Product liability and safety
- Product safety and compliance
- Business obligations for product safety standards
- Role of ACCC in product recalls and safety monitoring
- Manufacturer liability: Understanding defects and due diligence
- Consumer rights in cases of harm or injury from defective products
- E-commerce and online consumer protection
- Vulnerable consumer groups
- Special protections
- Ethical considerations for businesses
- Case Study: Vulnerable consumer groups
- Enforcement, penalties and remedies
- How fines and penalties are determined
- Process, mediation and litigation
Unit 6 – Employment Law
- Rights and duties between employers and workers
- Historical development of employment law in Australia
- Objectives and importance of employment law
- Sources of employment law
- Employee vs independent contractors
- Control and autonomy
- Equipment and tools
- Expectations
- Tax and superannuation
- Sham contracting
- Types of employees
- Fair Work Act 2009
- Employment contracts
- Industrial agreements
- Awards and enterprise agreements
- Collective bargaining
- Workplace health and safety
- WHS legal framework
- Duties and responsibilities
- Reporting and handling workplace hazards
- Discrimination, harassment and workplace rights
- Employment termination
- Lawful reasons for termination
- Unfair dismissal, unlawful termination and redundancy
- Notice periods, severance pay
- Post-termination restraints
- Employee entitlements and benefits
- Industrial disputes
Unit 7 – Intellectual Property Law
- Patents
- Standard and innovative patents
- Application process
- Trademarks
- Trademark registration
- Copyright
- Protection and rights
- Confidentiality and trade secrets
- IP Australia
- Key responsibilities of IP Australia
Unit 8 – Competition Law
- Fair competition
- Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (CAA)
- Anti-competitive behaviour
- Cartel Conduct
- Penalties and enforcement
- Legal action
- Infringement notices
- Investigative powers
Unit 9 – Commercial Dispute Resolution
- Litigation
- Pros and cons of litigation
- Historical context
- Importance in the commercial sector
- Types of commercial disputes
- Advantages and disadvantages of dispute resolution methods
- Alternative dispute resolution (ADR)
- Understanding the court system
- Commercial courts and tribunals
- Process of litigation
- Benefits of ADR in commercial disputes
- Types of ADR
- Overview of hybrid ADR processes
Study Hours
Estimated duration 20 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
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Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
How to Enrol
Enrolment Form – Employment Services and Rehabilitation Providers
Enrol via Live Chat (Business Hours)
Enrol via Telephone 1300 76 2221 (Business Hours)
Payment Options
Visa, Mastercard, BPAY, Bank Transfer and Afterpay. Please allow 1-2 Business days for processing for BPAY, Bank Transfer and Afterpay.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18. In some circumstances, enrolments from younger people may be considered. Please complete the AOC Parent Guardian Consent Form prior to enrolling and submit here.
Are there any computer requirements?
To study online with Australian Online Courses you will need a computer (desktop PC/laptop) running a current/updated operating system with reliable high-speed internet access. You will need to use the Google Chrome browser to access your course.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Afterpay: Within 1-2 working days
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
Professional Development For:-
- Small Business Owners
- Small Business Managers
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