BUSINESS LAW AND ETHICS (ACCREDITED)

Description

This course provides an understanding of the principles of English law and the legal system and how this legal framework impacts on business and professional services. Emphasis is placed upon the relationship with ethics and ethical codes in a professional context. The following areas of Law will be covered: English Legal System including sources of Law Law and consequences of negligence Contract Law Partnership and Agency Company Law Insolvency Law Impact of Criminal Law on Business Information and the Legal Environment Employment Law Professional Ethics To enable students to develop an understanding of the general legal framework and principles of English law of obligations. To enable students to develop knowledge of the impact of business law in the professional context To enable students to gain an appreciation of the ethical obligations of a professional accountant Attributes Developed 001 Explain the nature of contractual agreements and the consequences of negligence in the context of the English legal system; KCPT 002 Describe the legal implications of incorporation, including the roles of shareholders and directors, and the main implications of insolvency law; KCPT 003 Identify other key areas in which the law affects the role and work of the professional accountant, including Employment and Intellectual Property. KCPT 004 Identify and illustrate instances of criminal behaviour that may be encountered in the business environment KCPT 005 Explain the importance and application of ethical frameworks in resolving ethical conflict encountered by professional accountants; KCPT