Course code OADM 1403

Credit 1.5

Length 45.0 hours

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This course teaches how to understand business law and the implications of governmental controls as they impact upon business and office operations. Topics include legal systems, contracts, property, business entities, local statutes, domestic policy, and tariffs and quotas.

This course is part of the Executive Assistant (Part-time) program.

Prerequisites

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Introduction to Law, the Canadian Court system and the Charter of Rights
  • Statutes, Regulations, Criminal Law, Administrative Law; The Legal Process
  • Torts
  • Contracts 1
  • Contracts 2
  • The Sale of Goods Act and consumer protections
  • Employment Law
  • Agency Law
  • Business Form: Sole Proprietorships, Partnerships and Corporations
  • Personal Property and Real Property
  • Intellectual Property

Course schedules

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How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.