Business Law & Ethics
Navigate the legal landscape of modern business. Master corporate governance, contract law, and ethical decision-making.
What You'll Learn
Understanding the legal environment of business
Fundamentals of contract law and negotiation
Corporate governance and organizational structures
Intellectual Property (IP) law basics
Employment law and workplace regulations
Ethical frameworks and corporate social responsibility (CSR)
Consumer protection and antitrust laws
Resolving business disputes through ADR
Course Curriculum
4-week hands-on program dedicated to Business Law and Ethics.
Week 1: Contracts and the Legal System
10 lessons- Introduction to business law and court systems
- Elements of a valid contract
- Breach of contract and remedies
- Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Sales contracts (UCC fundamentals)
Week 2: Business Organizations and Governance
12 lessons- Sole proprietorships and partnerships
- Corporations and LLCs
- Duties of directors and officers
- Shareholder rights and corporate governance
- Mergers and acquisitions legal basics
Week 3: Employment, Property, and Competition
10 lessons- Employment law and workplace discrimination
- Intellectual Property: Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights
- Real and personal property rights
- Antitrust laws and fair competition
- Consumer protection regulations
Week 4: Business Ethics and CSR
10 lessons- Ethical theories and decision-making frameworks
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
- Whistleblowing and corporate scandals
- Sustainability and environmental regulations
- Global business ethics and compliance
Projects You'll Complete
01
Contract Drafting and Review
Draft a basic business contract and perform a legal review of an existing agreement to identify potential liabilities.
Contract Law
Legal Writing
02
Corporate Ethics Case Study
Analyze a real-world corporate governance failure and present a comprehensive ethical compliance plan to prevent future issues.
Ethics
CSR
Commerce
Business Law & Ethics
Master corporate governance, contract law, intellectual property, and business compliance.