Modules Business Organisations*
International Commercial Transactions Gain a critical appreciation of the essential functional elements of any business-to-business contractual relationship, concluded across international borders in the so-called global village. Public Companies: Securities Regulation and Corporate Governance* This module is orientated around a UK public company with a premium listing, trading its securities on the London Stock Exchange. The module examines the core company law and securities law regulations underpinning such a company. The module analyses the corporate governance framework pertaining to the company, with an emphasis on corporate law theory, the core directors’ duties, and the use of regulations such as the UK Corporate Governance Code. Principles of Business Regulation Develop a critical appreciation of the role of law and regulation in the contemporary business environment. You’ll develop your understanding of the theoretical nature of regulation and the explanations for the adoption of regulation. You’ll analyse the different ways in which regulation can be implemented (e.g. command and control, and self-regulation) and the different approaches to the enforcement of regulation in the national and international arena. Securing Corporate Debt* Examine the formal and informal methods by which creditors are able to use property law to secure repayment of debts and acquire priority in insolvency. You will also be introduced to common law concepts of property law, and the process of legal development through case law. The Corporate Employer Study the formation of a contract of employment, including an examination of express and implied terms. You’ll cover specific issues such as discrimination and industrial action, and the legal issues surrounding the ending of the contract. *Distance learning students are required to study these modules. For full details of course delivery and assessment, future careers and employability, fees and funding and how to apply, visit www.ntu.ac.uk/cil
Examine the key business models available to small and medium sized businesses in the UK. Compare their various legal features, and explore the legal expertise required for setting up, running and closure of a business. Corporate Liquidation* Develop a critical insight into the structure and objectives of corporate insolvency law in England and Wales. You’ll gain an evaluative appreciation of the regulation of insolvent companies, and a high-level understanding of the role of traditional liquidation against the modern preference for corporate rescue. Corporate Rescue Gain an insight into assisting struggling companies to recover from their difficulties, with the use of formal insolvency laws and by other means. Cross Border Insolvency Consider global insolvency law-making initiatives, from institutions such as the EU and the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL). Engage with the issues of cross-border insolvency that arise when the insolvent debtor has assets and creditors in more than one jurisdiction. Intellectual Property Gain a detailed understanding of intellectual property (IP) rights within the European Union (EU) and UK’s regulatory frameworks. This module is mainly aimed at those who have little or no background in IP, and provides an introduction to copyright, patents, Acquire a critical understanding of the role, significance and basic structure of competition law in the context of increasing global trade, and international economic integration. International and Comparative Corporate Rescue Critically assess the key business rescue procedures that are employed in selected countries and apply comparative legal research methodologies, within the context of international and comparative corporate rescue law. registered designs, and passing off. International Competition Law
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