Module Code: |
H9COMLAW |
Long Title
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Commercial Law
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Title
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Commercial Law
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Module Level: |
LEVEL 9 |
EQF Level: |
7 |
EHEA Level: |
Second Cycle |
Module Coordinator: |
AKARI DEVELOPER |
Module Author: |
KAREN MURRAY |
Departments: |
School of Business
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Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff |
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Demonstrate a critical understanding of the Irish,
European and international legal environment in which a
business operates. |
LO2 |
Critically distinguish and assess the advantages and
disadvantages of the different types of commercial
actors. |
LO3 |
Outline and discuss the fundamental principles of
contract law and be able to apply rules to practical and
relevant situations and propose appropriate solutions. |
LO4 |
Offer a comprehensive understanding of consumer protection and the protection of personal information |
LO5 |
Demonstrate a critical appreciation of the rules that apply to the development and use of intellectual property and in particular rules that pertain to branded products, commercial secrets and copyright works. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content |
The Legal Framework
The Irish Legal System and sources of Irish Law: Constitution, legislation, European Union Law, International Law.
Commercial Actors: sole traders, partnerships,
companies. Formation, rights and liabilities
Commercal dispute resolution
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Contract Law
Contract Law : Formation of contracts, Invalid Contracts, Discharge of contracts and remedies
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Consumer Protection
Sale of goods and supply of services protection. On-line selling, off and on premises selling.
Data Protection: Principles and applciation to direct marketing.
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Intellectual Property Law
Introduction to Intellectual property law, Licences and Assignments.
Patent Law: application, term, infringements and remedies.
Copyright Law: term, protected works, moral rights, infringement and remedies. Design protection.
Duty of Confidence: law and duty, remedies.
Remedies in Tort: passing off, defamation.
Trademark Law: Irish and community trade marks, registration, grounds for refusal, infringement and defences.
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AssessmentsFull Time
Coursework |
Assessment Type: |
Continuous Assessment (0200) |
% of total: |
30 |
Assessment Date: |
n/a |
Outcome addressed: |
1 |
Non-Marked: |
No |
Assessment Description: Students will be given a problem style assessment where they will be required to identify the legal issues at stake, demonstrate knowledge and application of relevant law and provide appropriate conclusions, solutions or advice. This assessement may be undertaken in the form of an in-class assessment or project completed outside of class time. |
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End of Module Assessment |
Assessment Type: |
Terminal Exam |
% of total: |
70 |
Assessment Date: |
End-of-Semester |
Outcome addressed: |
1,2,3,4,5 |
Non-Marked: |
No |
Assessment Description: Assessment consists of a two and a half hour examination where students will be offered a choice of at least five questions and required to answer any three. Some questions will be in a ‘legal problem’ style format, where students must apply their knowledge and understanding of legal principles to a particular set of complex facts, situations or scenarios. Other questions may require students to suggest what appropriate measures should be taken by the parties in order to avoid legal problems in the future. Some questions may require students to critically analyse a piece of relevant legislation, case or legal principle and its application to the business environment. |
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Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours |
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Description |
Hours |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Lecture |
Delivered in block format |
30 |
Per 15 week block |
2.00 |
Independent Learning |
No Description |
95 |
Per 15 week block |
6.33 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
2.00 |
Workload: Part Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Description |
Hours |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Lecture |
Delivered in block format |
30 |
Per 15 week block |
2.00 |
Independent Learning |
No Description |
95 |
Per 15 week block |
6.33 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
2.00 |
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources |
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White F.. (2012), Commerical Law, 2nd. Roundhall, Dublin.
| Supplementary Book Resources |
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Clark, R. & Ni Shuilleabhain, M.. (2010), Intellectual Property Law in Ireland, 2nd. Kluwer Law International, Sussex, UK.
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Byrne, R., McCutcheon, P., Bruton, C. & Coffey, G.. (2014), Byrne and McCutcheon on the Irish Legal System, 6th. Bloomsbury Professional.
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Enright M.. (2007), Principles of Irish Contract Law, Clarus Press, Dublin.
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Kelleher D.. (2015), Privacy and Data Protection Law in Ireland., 2nd. Bloomsbury Professional, Dublin.
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McMahon, B. & Binchy, W.. (2014), Law of Torts: A Guide to Irish Law, 4th. Bloomsbury Professional.
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This module does not have any other resources |
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