PARA 1150 Contracts, Commercial Law and Business Organizations

Introduces the student to the basic concepts of legal rules commonly applicable in commercial settings, to the basic concepts of substantive contract law and to the formulation and operation of sole proprietorships, general partnerships, limited partnerships, and corporations. Additionally, the course explores the basic concepts of agency law. Topics include Constitutional law and its impact on business, the essential elements of a contract and related legal principles and the Uniform Commercial Code, sole proprietorships, partnerships, professional associations and other business organizations, corporations and tax implications of different organizations.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Program level in English and Reading, PARA 1100 - Introduction to Law and Ethics with a grade of “C” or better

Corequisite

None

Lab Contact Hours

0

Lecture Contact Hours

45

Total Contact Hours

45