BTF1010 Business law
Faculty of Business and Economics
BTF1010 Business law is a level 1, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2021 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield and City (Melbourne). It has no prerequisites and unlocks 17 units, leading on to 20 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2021
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Caulfield, City (Melbourne)
- Assessment
- Exam 50%
- and 1 other task
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before BTF1010
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After BTF1010
17 units list BTF1010 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
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Enrolment rules
Trimester A, Trimester B, and Trimester C City location offerings for this unit are only available for Bachelor of International Business and associated double degree students.
Equivalent units
The same content under another code. Only one of them counts.
Overview
As the law affects all kind 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). The law of business organisations, including the law of agency, partnerships, and an introduction to company law, will also be covered.
Offerings in 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Caulfield | On campus |
| Second semester | Caulfield | On campus |
| Trimester A | City (Melbourne) | On campus |
| Trimester B | City (Melbourne) | On campus |
| Trimester C | City (Melbourne) | On campus |
Assessment
- Within semester assessment50%
- ExaminationThreshold hurdle50%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
understand how the Australian legal system, the law of contract, consumer protection law, the law of tort, and the law of business organisations affect the conduct of business
- 2
examine common legal scenarios in business relating to these areas of law, and apply relevant laws to predict possible legal outcomes
- 3
demonstrate an understanding of legal reasoning
- 4
consolidate and apply learning outcomes 1, 2 and 3 in several topic areas affecting business in one assessment task. This goal is reflected in the requirement that students must attain a mark of at least 45% on the final examination.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops33 hours
- Lectures18 hours
- Tutorials18 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
- Teaching approachPeer assisted learning
- Teaching approachOnline learning
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. The unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.
Learning resources
Required resources
First semester:
Clive Turner, John Trone and Roger Gamble, Concise Australian Commercial Law (Lawbook Co, 5th ed. 2019)
Second semester:
Clive Turner, John Trone and Roger Gamble, Concise Australian Commercial Law, Thomson Reuters, 6th edition, 2020. (New edition)
Where it fits
BTF1010 is part of 5 areas of study in the 2021 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Ms Carolyn McDermott
- Dr Ben Hayward
- Unit Coordinators
- Ms Cathryn Nolan
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for BTF1010?
BTF1010 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after BTF1010?
BTF1010 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 17 units, including BTB2220, BTB3221, BTC2000, BTC3150, BTC3200 and BTC3300. Those lead on to 20 units in all.
When is BTF1010 offered?
In 2021, BTF1010 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield and City (Melbourne).
How much work is BTF1010?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does BTF1010 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 1 other task.
Which majors and minors include BTF1010?
BTF1010 is part of Business law, International business and Taxation.