BTX1010 Business law
Faculty of Business and Economics
BTX1010 Business law is a level 1, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics. It isn't offered in 2026. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 6 units, leading on to 7 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Other periods
- Caulfield
- 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 BTX1010
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After BTX1010
6 units list BTX1010 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| November teaching period | Caulfield | On campus, block |
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
explain the nature of the Australian legal system and its role in regulating business activity
- 2
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
- 3
assess common legal scenarios arising in business and identify relevant legal principles to predict possible legal risks and outcome
- 4
demonstrate an understanding of legal reasoning and apply this skill set to solve legal problems and inform business decision-making and conduct
- 5
recall business ethical obligations arising under the law relevant to business activity and conduct.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials24 hours
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
- Teaching approachActive 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 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.
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)
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- David Hanningan
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for BTX1010?
BTX1010 has no prerequisites.
What can I take after BTX1010?
BTX1010 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 6 units, including BTB2220, BTC2000, BTF2000, BTX2000, BTX3110 and BTX3931. Those lead on to 7 units in all.
When is BTX1010 offered?
BTX1010 has no offerings listed in the 2026 handbook.
How much work is BTX1010?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does BTX1010 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.