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Subject description

Asian Business Law explores selected regulatory frameworks and commercial traditions in the Asian region, with special focus on China, India, Malaysia and Hong Kong. It examines a range of specific topics in the business context of these countries including the information and operation of corporations, contracts, corporate governance, foreign direct … For more content click the Read More button below.

Equivalence

LLB3939 - Asian Business Law
LLB 399 - Asian Business Law

Tutorial enrolment

Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS

Delivery

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Teaching staff

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Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Comprehend the regulatory framework and standards that govern Asian businesses and an analytical ability to critically assess their application;
2.
Evaluate relevant laws, standards and risk factors involved in Asian businesses;
3.
Understanding of Asia's legal environment for operation and management of businesses;
4.
Demonstrate an in-depth analytical ability to effectively apply Asian business laws and standards and understand rights, responsibilities, legal requirements and restrictions, and
5.
Understand key relationships between international and domestic regulations and the way in which selected jurisdictions have endorsed various international and domestic regulations, and the way in which selected jurisdictions have endorsed various international standards.

Assessment details

Problem-solving Question

Research Essay

Contact details

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