Company and Business Law

Undergraduate | 2026

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BUSI 2032
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Course ID
205517
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course owner
Adelaide University
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Course level
2
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
No

Course overview

This course introduces students to the operation of the Australian legal system and explores a range of legal issues that impact on business. Students are introduced to fundamental business law concepts and principles. The topics covered include an introduction to the Australian legal system, basic principles of negligence, contract and consumer protection law, the law of business structures, company law (including corporate personality, the corporate constitution and Replaceable Rules, directors' and officers' duties) and insolvency law.

Course learning outcomes

  • Identify legal issues relevant to establishing and operating a business.
  • Identify different business structures.
  • Apply fundamental business law concepts to solve practical business problems.
  • Apply corporate law principles to address practical issues relating to the conduct of a business.
  • Structure and sustain concise and cohesive written arguments for a professional audience.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

  • must not have completed COMMLAW2503 Company and Business Law at the University of Adelaide

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