Company law development; forms of business organization; corporate personality and limited liability; the corporate constitution; corporate transactions; shares and shareholders; directors' powers and duties; shareholder remedies. While the main focus of the course will be on the UK, comparative and international/EU regulatory solutions will be also discussed. Where relevant, the extent to which UK law has been used as a template for reception by other countries or international practice will be pointed out.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
Show knowledge and understanding of the fundamental legal issues regarding companies’ formation and operation.y
Gain an appreciation of the scope of company law and the role of companies in modern society.
Assessment
24531-01 : Take Home Paper : Exam (School Arranged) - Open Book (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions
Assessments: Take home exam (open-book) - 3hrs (100%)
