Module Title: | Business Law for Accountants |
Language of Instruction: | English |
Teaching & Learning Strategies: |
Lectures - communication of knowledge and ideas from the lecturer to the student.
Problem Solving Exercises - student will work as part of a team and will work together to resolve various legal scenarios.
Class Discussion/Debate - Students will be encouraged to actively participate in the class sessions which will develop their analytical and communication skills.
E-Learning - It is envisaged that the module will be supported with on-line learning materials.
Self-Direct Independent Learning - the emphasis on independent learning will develop a strong and autonomous work and learning practices. |
Module Aim: |
The aim of this module is to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to the Irish legal system and a sound working knowledge of the basic principles of contract law, tort law, land law, company law, and the law relating to personal bankruptcy. |
Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to: |
LO1 |
Demonstrate a sound understanding of the basic structure of the Irish legal system, sources of law and the structure of government |
LO2 |
Describe and explain the fundamental principles of contract law, sale of goods law, and tort law |
LO3 |
Describe and explain the main principles of company law |
LO4 |
Describe and explain the basic principles of land law |
LO5 |
Describe and explain the basic legal principles relating to personal insolvency and bankruptcy |
LO6 |
Access and utilise both paper and electronic sources of legal information for research purposes |
Pre-requisite learning |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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7265 |
LAWS H1302 |
Business Law |
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. |
No incompatible modules listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. |
No requirements listed |
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content |
THE IRISH LEGAL SYSTEM (15%)
• Definition and Classification of law
• Sources of Irish Law
• Common Law and precedent
• Legislation – types and legislative process
• Constitution – Separation of Powers and Fundamental Rights.
• EU law – sources and institutions.
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THE LAW OF CONTRACT (15%)
• Formation of contract
• Contract Terms
• Validity of Contracts –vitiating factors;
• Discharge of contract;
• Remedies for breach of contract;
• E-Commerce and electronic contracts.
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TORT LAW (15%)
• Negligence simpliciter and vicarious liability
• Negligent misstatement
• Professional negligence and disclaimers
• Liability for Defective Products
• Remedies
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ASPECTS OF COMMERCIAL LAW (10%)
• Sale of Goods and Supply of Services Law
• Unfair Terms Regulations
• Consumer Credit Act 1995 - HP, Credit Transactions
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INTRODUCTION TO COMPANY LAW (15%)
• Different Forms of Business Organizations
• Company Formation
• Separate Legal Personality and Limited Liability
• Directors’ Duties and Obligations
• Receivership, Examinership, and Liquidations
• Office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement - Restriction and Disqualification
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DATA PROTECTION LAW (10%)
• Statutory Basis for Data Protection Law - GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018
• Data Controllers and Data Processors
• Legal Obligations of Data Controllers - Accountability Principle
• Rights of Data Subjects
• Consent
• Breach - Notification Requirements
• Enforcement - Data Protection Commission
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PRINCIPLES OF LAND LAW (10%)
The meaning of property and interest in land; Distinction between ownership and possession; Distinction between legal and equitable interests; Possessory Interests; Meaning of freehold, fee simple, life estate and the effect of Land and Conveyancing Law Reform Act 2009; Relationship of Landlord and Tenant; Lease-licence distinction; Meaning of assignment and sub-letting; Basic distinctions between joint tenancy and tenancy in common; Nature of a mortgage; Meaning of adverse possession and limitation
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PERSONAL INSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY LAW (10%)
The role of Debt Relief Notices (DRNs), Debt Settlement Arrangements (DSAs) and Personal Insolvency Arrangements (PIAs); the main provisions of Personal Insolvency Act 2012 and the Personal Insolvency (Amendment ) Act 2015; the role of the Insolvency Service of Ireland in administering DRNs, DSAs, PIAs, and bankruptcy procedures; the role of Personal Insolvency Practitioners (PIPs)
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 40.00% |
End of Module Formal Examination | 60.00% |
Continuous Assessment |
Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
Other |
A written unseen or "take home" examination which will be given in term one and will require candidates to apply their knowledge and problem-solving skills in answering one or more essay and/or problem question(s). The answer(s)/solution(s)/findings may be presented in writing, orally, or both. |
1,2,6 |
10.00 |
n/a |
Other |
A written unseen or "take home" examination which will be given in term one and will require candidates to apply their knowledge and problem-solving skills in answering one or more essay and/or problem question(s). The answer(s)/solution(s)/findings may be presented in writing, orally, or both. |
1,2,6 |
10.00 |
n/a |
Other |
A written unseen or "take home" examination which will be given in terms one or two and will require candidates to apply their knowledge and problem-solving skills in answering one or more essay and/or problem question(s). The answer(s)/solution(s)/findings may be presented in writing, orally, or both. |
1,2,6 |
10.00 |
n/a |
Other |
A written unseen or "take home" examination which will be given in terms one or two and will require candidates to apply their knowledge and problem-solving skills in answering one or more essay and/or problem question(s). The answer(s)/solution(s)/findings may be presented in writing, orally, or both. |
1,2,6 |
10.00 |
n/a |
End of Module Formal Examination |
Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
Formal Exam |
End-of-Semester Final Examination |
1,2,3,5,6 |
60.00 |
End-of-Semester |
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Contact Hours |
12 Weeks per Stage |
6.00 |
Independent Learning Time |
15 Weeks per Stage |
11.87 |
Total Hours |
250.00 |
Workload: Part Time |
Workload Type |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Lecture |
Every Week |
3.00 |
Independent Learning Time |
Every Week |
15.00 |
Total Hours |
18.00 |
Module Delivered In
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