BTC1110 Commercial law
Faculty of Business and Economics
BTC1110 Commercial law is a level 1, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 7 units, leading on to 8 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 50%
- and 2 other tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before BTC1110
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After BTC1110
7 units list BTC1110 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
If you are enrolled in course L3001 or associated double degree program or course B2007, you cannot undertake this unit.
Equivalent units
The same content under another code. Only one of them counts.
Overview
As the law affects all kinds of business activities, learning about the law as a non-lawyer is vital for everyone working in business. There are serious legal consequences for failing to comply with the law which in turn can impact upon business profitability and value. Understanding the law will enable you to appreciate how businesses are set up, to understand business risks, and to seize upon business opportunities, while also recognising when professional legal advice might be required. This unit covers essential topics in the Australian business world, including the Australian legal system, the law of contract, consumer protection, and the law of torts (including negligence as it affects business and as it applies to professionals). Privacy and data protection laws and the law of business organisations, including the law of agency, partnerships, and an introduction to company law, will also be covered.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Quiz / Test10%
- Written40%
- Examination50%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
FIRST SEMESTER: explain the nature of the Australian legal system and its role in regulating business activity
SECOND SEMESTER: explain foundational aspects and institutional arrangements of the Australian legal system and its role in regulating business activity
- 2
FIRST SEMESTER: understand key legal principles from contract law, consumer protection law, tort law, privacy and data protection law, and the law of business organisations, and the impact these principles have on business conduct
SECOND SEMESTER: apply key areas of law, including contract law and tort law, to common business problems
- 3
FIRST SEMESTER: assess common legal scenarios arising in business and identify relevant legal principles to predict possible legal risks and outcomes
SECOND SEMESTER: compare legal obligations and ethical considerations in the context of business decision-making and conduct
- 4
FIRST SEMESTER: demonstrate an understanding of legal reasoning and apply this skill set to solve legal problems and inform business decision-making and conduct
SECOND SEMESTER: employ legal reasoning to communicate professionally on legal issues.
- 5
FIRST SEMESTER: recall business ethical obligations arising under the law relevant to business activity and conduct.
Workload and teaching
- Lectures12 hours
- Tutorials18 hours
- Workshops6 hours
- Assessments-
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
- Teaching approachCase-based teaching
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.
This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.
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.
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.
Learning resources
Required resources
Roger Gamble and Benjamin Hayward, Concise Australian Commercial Law (8th edition, 2024)
Where it fits
BTC1110 is part of 1 area of study in the 2026 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Ms Rebecca Neophitou
- Mr Eugenio Vergara Marshall
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for BTC1110?
BTC1110 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after BTC1110?
BTC1110 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 7 units, including BTB2220, BTC2000, BTF2000, BTW2213, BTX2000 and BTX3110. Those lead on to 8 units in all.
When is BTC1110 offered?
In 2026, BTC1110 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton.
How much work is BTC1110?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does BTC1110 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include BTC1110?
BTC1110 is part of Business law.