Expand+Preferred entry level:

•Level 5 Certificate, Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life and work experiences.

Learners are expected to be proficient at reading, drafting, preparing and understanding information acros...

Hide-Preferred entry level:

•Level 5 Certificate, Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life and work experiences.

Learners are expected to be proficient at reading, drafting, preparing and understanding information across a broad range of topics, including quantitative information for a Level 5 award and more complex information for Level 6 award.

•As this programme is delivered through distance learning or eLearning, students must be capable of studying on their own initiative.

Programme Entry Requirements:

•If you take this course by distance learning the course material will be posted to you. You can complete and return assignments/projects which must be typed rather than handwritten either by post or by email.

• If you take this course by eLearning you will need basic IT skills and have access to broadband.

Expand+This QQI level 6 Business Law module is designed to enable the learner to gain an in depth understanding of the Legislative Environment in which a modern business must survive. Learners will be aware of and be able to apply the Legislation that appli...

Hide-This QQI level 6 Business Law module is designed to enable the learner to gain an in depth understanding of the Legislative Environment in which a modern business must survive. Learners will be aware of and be able to apply the Legislation that applies to their particular area of business.

Who should complete this course?

•Business Owners & Managers looking to up skill their knowledge on all Business Law and Legislations.

•People who wish to gain a professional, internationally recognised qualification in Law by distance learning.

Learners who successfully complete this course will:

•appreciate the importance Law for the business organisation.

•understand how an organisation needs to be aware of the Legal environment in which it operates.

•understand the role of Legislation in a modern business environment.

•be familiar with relevant legislation.

•develop an appreciation of importance in Legal Practice and Procedure.

This distance learning, QQI accredited course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at any convenient place and time, and can gain a nationally accredited Qualification.

Students receive a comprehensive Course Manual, Assignments, Efficient Studyguide, and unlimited one-to-one Tutor Support for the course duration. The course documentation for this QQI certified course is detailed and easy to read. If students require extra time to complete the course they can apply for an extension.

Expand+Assessment:

Assignments x 2 – 60%
Examination (Theory) – 40%*

Assignments:

The internal assessor will devise two briefs that require the candidates to produce pieces of work of a minimum of 1500 words each which will allow the candidate to ...

Hide-Assessment:

Assignments x 2 – 60%
Examination (Theory) – 40%*

Assignments:

The internal assessor will devise two briefs that require the candidates to produce pieces of work of a minimum of 1500 words each which will allow the candidate to demonstrate his/her skill in applying the law to a given workplace scenario. Topics for the assignments will be drawn from each of the core units. The assignments may take the form of a court case report, a small research study or investigative report. The evidence for each assignment will include:-
•An application of the main legal principles.
•Relevant examples or case law.
•An evaluation of the impact of the law on individuals and/or business.

Examination (Theory):

The internal assessor will devise a theory-based examination that assesses candidates’ ability to recall and apply theory and understanding gained through lectures, self-directed study and homework style exercises completed by the candidates during the module.

The examination will be based on a range of specific learning outcomes. The selection of questions will be varied and will include a combination of case note questions and questions which require a critical analysis of a legislative enactment of part thereof. Exam duration – 2hrs.

*Students taking this module will have to sit an examination (€50.00) that is normally held in Dublin but arrangements can be made in outside centres around the country. This can be paid before exam dates and is not required upon enrolment. This exam fee is not covered in the course fee/registration fee.