Law School Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | BUSINESS AND EMPLOYMENT LAW | ||
Code | ULMS202 | ||
Coordinator |
Mr DN Nyatanga Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Darryn.Nyatanga@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2022-23 | Level 5 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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The Module introduces Business Studies students to the basic principles of UK and EU Law. It highlights the important legal principles that affect day-to-day business transactions and relationships, making students aware of the responsibilities and obligations of companies and employers. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Impact of England and Wales Law on Business |
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(LO2) Impactof EU Law on Business |
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(LO3) Using case law |
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(LO4) Using legislation |
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(LO5) Answering scenario questions |
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(S1) Adaptability |
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(S2) Problem solving skills |
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(S3) Commercial awareness |
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(S4) Communication skills |
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(S5) International awareness |
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(S6) Lifelong learning skills |
Syllabus |
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INTRODUCTION TO LAW EUROPEAN LAW FORMATION OF A CONTRACT INTRODUCTION TO TORT THE CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT TERMINATION OF THE CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method: Lecture Teaching Method: Seminar Self-Directed Learning Hours: 120 Skills/Other Attributes Mapping Skills / attributes: Adaptability Skills / attributes: Problem solving skills Skills / attributes: Commercial awareness Skills / attributes: Communication skills Skills / attributes: International Awareness Skills / attributes: Lifelong Learning skills |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 |
6 |
30 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 120 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Assessment 1: Essay or problem-solving scenario Type: Coursework Word Count: 2,500 words Weighting: 100% Reassessment Opportunity: Yes - Coursework submission Penalty for Late Submission: | 0 | 100 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |
Other Staff Teaching on this Module |
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Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite: |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
ULMS151 ORGANISATIONS AND MANAGEMENT |
Co-requisite modules: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on a required basis: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on an optional basis: |
Additional Programme Information |