Sheridan Course Outlines

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Section I: Administrative Information

Total hours: 45.0
Credit Value: 3.0
Credit Value Notes: N/A
Effective: Winter 2023
Prerequisites: N/A
Corequisites: N/A
Equivalents: N/A
Pre/Co/Equiv Notes: N/A

Program(s): Canadian Institute of Manageme, Management Development Studies
Program Coordinator(s): N/A
Course Leader or Contact: N/A
Version: 20230109_00
Status: Approved (APPR)

Section I Notes: This is a course offered through OntarioLearn. Access to the course materials will be through OntarioLearn.com and you will be sent an email with your login details.

Section II: Course Details

Detailed Description
Students are prepared for a business environment increasingly affected by laws. They learn how laws must be understood and applied by management in the conduct of business. They also learn how to analyze a business situation from a general legal perspective. Emphasis is placed on methods of dispute resolution, contracts, torts, employment law, methods of carrying on business, creditors' rights, sale of goods and marketing law.

Program Context

Canadian Institute of Manageme	Program Coordinator(s): N/A
This course is part of the Canadian Institute of Management approved courses
Management Development Studies	Program Coordinator(s): N/A
This course is a compulsory course in the Management Development Studies Certificate program

Course Critical Performance and Learning Outcomes

	Critical Performance:
	The purpose of the course is to provide the student with an introduction to legal concepts and principles which shall be of assistance in a business career. It is expected that upon successful completion of the course the student shall be able to appreciate and understand various legal issues facing contemporary business.

	Learning Outcomes: To achieve the critical performance, students will have demonstrated the ability to:
	Compare strategies used to manage risks in an organization's business activities Synthesize substantive laws that may impact businesses Apply business law to resolve simple legal issues arising from day to day business operations Explain the relevance of internal controls in a business that could mitigate business and legal risks and promote compliance with laws

Evaluation Plan
Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:

Evaluation Plan: ONLINE

	Discussion Forum	15.0%
	Quiz(zes)/Test(s)	20.0%
	Assignment(s)	10.0%
	Midterm Exam(s)	25.0%
	Final Exam	30.0%
	Total	100.0%

Provincial Context
The course meets the following Ministry of Colleges and Universities requirements:

Essential Employability Skills
Essential Employability Skills emphasized in the course:

Communication Skills - Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken, visual form that fulfills the purpose and meets the needs of the audience.
Information Management Skills - Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.
Interpersonal Skills - Show respect for the diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of others.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving Skills - Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems.

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
PLAR Contact (if course is PLAR-eligible) - Office of the Registrar
Students may apply to receive credit by demonstrating achievement of the course learning outcomes through previous relevant work/life experience, service, self-study and training on the job. This course is eligible for challenge through the following method(s):

Other
Notes: This course is delivered through OntarioLearn at ontariolearn.com and is hosted by (Algonquin College) AL-LAW1702. Evidence of learning achievement for PLAR candidates includes: Challenge Exam

Section III: Topical Outline

Some details of this outline may change as a result of circumstances such as weather cancellations, College and student activities, and class timetabling.
Instruction Mode: Online
Professor: Multiple Professors
Resource(s):

	Type	Description
Required	Textbook	Canadian Business & the Law, Duplessis, Nelson, 7th edition, ISBN 9780176795085, 7th edition

Applicable student group(s): All
Course Details:

Relate the Canadian legal framework to legal issues that arise during the conduct of business

Explain Canada's federal system of law making authority
Describe how the conduct of business invariably creates potential legal liability

Analyze a fact situation from a legal perspective to determine what legal issues may apply

Determine what legal risks may arise during a given organization’s conduct.
Relate legal knowledge to fact situations to determine legal consequences
Analyze the facts of a particular business situation to determine relevant legal issues.
Differentiate relevant and irrelevant facts in order to ensure proper application of relevant laws

Apply a proactive approach to business law and legal risk management

Detail how a proactive approach to law is the most efficient way to learn business law
Recognize the ways in which the conduct of business attracts the risk of legal liability.
Create a legal risk management plan
Create a legal risk management plan
Describe the various legal dispute resolution processes that are available to Canadians

Apply a broad range of business laws to specific legal issues that arise when conducting business.

Identify the best methods to conduct a business (agency, sole proprietorship, partnerships and corporations)
Explain the importance of employment law and human rights law in relation to the typical workplace
Describe the legal issues that arise in regard to secured and unsecured loan transactions
Outline the three major categories of property and list their essential characteristics in order to protect business assets
Outline the various laws that apply to the sale of goods and the marketing of goods and services
Apply contract and tort law to business activities

Sheridan Policies

It is recommended that students read the following policies in relation to course outlines:

Academic Integrity
Copyright
Intellectual Property
Respectful Behaviour
Accessible Learning

All Sheridan policies can be viewed on the Sheridan policy website.

Appropriate use of generative Artificial Intelligence tools: In alignment with Sheridan's Academic Integrity Policy, students should consult with their professors and/or refer to evaluation instructions regarding the appropriate use, or prohibition, of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for coursework. Turnitin AI detection software may be used by faculty members to screen assignment submissions or exams for unauthorized use of artificial intelligence.

Course Outline Changes: The information contained in this Course Outline including but not limited to faculty and program information and course description is subject to change without notice. Nothing in this Course Outline should be viewed as a representation, offer and/or warranty. Students are responsible for reading the Important Notice and Disclaimer which applies to Programs and Courses.

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