Business law

This unit is designed for non-lawyers and its emphasis is on general legal principles that underpin business activities. It teaches you how to conclude enforceable contracts, mitigate unnecessary legal risks, avoid negligence when giving professional advice, and set up an appropriate business entity. The unit also covers other essential topics like the basic principles of the Malaysian legal system, consumer protection, and agency law. While the topics are discussed with reference to Malaysian laws - given the jurisdictional nature of the law, comparative aspects with other common law jurisdictions are also made to highlight notable legal developments. The unit’s emphasis is on critical thinking and problem-solving skills, without which you will not be able to solve the authentic, problem-based assessments inspired by real-life scenarios.

Case-based teaching - This unit includes case-based teaching, where you apply your knowledge and engage in analytical and reflective thinking to solve complex contextual scenarios. Activities are often designed so that there is not one clear answer, but you need to work together to examine, analyse and make decisions to resolve the situation.

Research activities - This unit allows you to develop your research skills by engaging in structured inquiry using a systematic approach and discipline-specific methodologies.

Problem-based learning - This unit includes problem-based learning approaches, where you engage in research, integrate theory and practice and apply knowledge and skills to develop viable solutions in response to a problem or set of problems.

Active learning - This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.