Course overview
The topics covered will include an overview of the legal system, including international trade law; legal business structures, contract law, as well other transactions undertaken in a wine/food business and international sales; intellectual property in a wine/food business; business torts, including negligence and product liability; consumer protection and competition laws; labelling claims and label integrity program; food standards and trade measurements; International Trade Agreements and agencies; distribution arrangements including importing and exporting; ecommerce law that applies to operating an online wine/food business; and liquor licensing.
Course learning outcomes
- Develop a working understanding of the legal system and how it applies to regulate a wine and food business
- Outline basic principles of specific topics of law and their relevance to a wine and food business
- Develop an awareness of legal issues that can arise in carrying on a wine business and the legal duties and rights that can arise
Degree list
The following degrees include this course