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Law of Business Associations
ACC 520 (Offering: 2003)


Description


Postgraduate Course
Law of Business Associations builds on the knowledge gained by students in the foundation course Business Law and Ethics. The nature, scope and operation of different business structures is an important aspect of the framework that shapes business decision making and policy formulation. This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of common business structures and their operation. Law of Business Associations is a key course for students who wish to pursue a professional accounting career. Topics covered include law relating to partnerships, joint ventures and trusts; the development of company law in Australia; types and characteristics of companies; the company constitution; corporate dealings with outsiders; members and capital; the role of auditors, directors and management of companies; payment of company dividends; company meetings and accounts.

Usual Semester of offer: Semester 2

Other Information

Area(s) of Study: Accounting

Number of Units: 12

Prerequisite: BUS103  

 

 

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