PARA 1150 Contracts, Commercial Law, and Business Organizations (3-0-3)
This course introduces students 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. 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.
Program Fee: $25
Offered Spring every year and Summer during odd-numbered years
Corequisite
None
Syllabus for this course