BTW1042 Business law
Faculty of Business and Economics
BTW1042 Business law is a level 1, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Malaysia. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 6 units, leading on to 10 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2027
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Malaysia
- Assessment
- Exam 40%
- and 2 other tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
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Requisites
Before BTW1042
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After BTW1042
6 units list BTW1042 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Equivalent units
The same content under another code. Only one of them counts.
Overview
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.
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
| Second semester | Malaysia | On campus |
| October intake teaching period, Malaysia campus | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Written45%
- Quiz / Test15%
- Examination40%
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
identify the salient features of the Malaysian legal system, with a focus on its law making institutions, the interpretation of statutes and the various dispute resolution techniques
- 2
apply the principles of contract law, tort law, and agency law to hypothetical legal problems
- 3
examine the legal differences between partnerships and corporations
- 4
demonstrate basic legal research using primary and secondary sources
- 5
analyse the comparative aspects of Common Law within the context of business law topics
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials24 hours
- Teaching approachCase-based teaching
- Teaching approachResearch activities
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
- Teaching approachActive 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. 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 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.
This unit allows you to develop your research skills by engaging in structured inquiry using a systematic approach and discipline-specific methodologies.
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 engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.
Where it fits
BTW1042 is part of 1 area of study in the 2027 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Ridoan Karim
- Mr Athirathan Velloo Muthalia
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for BTW1042?
BTW1042 has no prerequisites.
What can I take after BTW1042?
BTW1042 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 6 units, including BTB2220, BTC2000, BTF2000, BTW2213, BTX2000 and BTX3931. Those lead on to 10 units in all.
When is BTW1042 offered?
In 2027, BTW1042 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Malaysia.
How much work is BTW1042?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does BTW1042 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 40% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include BTW1042?
BTW1042 is part of Business law and taxation.