Course Title: Apply legal principles in corporation law matters

Part A: Course Overview

Program: C6164 Advanced Diploma of Conveyancing

Course Title: Apply legal principles in corporation law matters

Portfolio: Vocational Education

Nominal Hours: 60

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

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Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

BUSM8846C

City Campus

TAFE

650T Vocational Business Education

Face-to-Face or Internet

Term1 2019,
Term2 2019,
Term1 2020,
Term2 2020,
Term1 2021,
Term2 2021

Course Contact: Theresa Lyford

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5444

Course Contact Email: theresa.lyford@rmit.edu.au



Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish business structures and prepare associated documentation within corporation law frameworks. It applies to individuals who work under supervision and evaluate information from a variety of sources to complete and despatch required information. Its application in the workplace is determined by the job role of the individual and legislation, rules, regulations and codes of practice relevant to different jurisdictions. 

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

None



National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:

BSBLEG513 Apply legal principles in corporation law matters

Elements:

1. Identify laws and principles of corporation law

2. Enhance professional practice through application of relevant corporation law principles to business structures

3. Undertake administrative tasks associated with corporation law


Learning Outcomes


Overview of Assessment

 In order to achieve competency in this unit, you must provide:

Performance evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

  • prepare and lodge accurate and appropriate documentation at required stages of legal process
  • conduct all duties according to legislative and organisational requirements
  • provide assistance to others to achieve joint outcomes when necessary.

Knowledge evidence

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

  • outline scope of job role in the context of relevant legislation, regulations and codes of practice
  • explain relevant court processes
  • summarise current corporation law principles
  • outline legal processes required in this role
  • outline documentation required in corporation law matters
  • discuss organisation s required policies and procedures pertinent to this role

Assessment Conditions

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the legal services administration field of work and include access to:

  • appropriate legislation and regulations relevant to corporation law and common legal matters
  • workplace policies and procedures and reference materials
  • background information on courts, their jurisdiction and behavioural requirements
  • office equipment and resources.

You are advised that you are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate your assessment work to your teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.

Feedback


Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions. You are encouraged to ask and answer questions during class time and online sessions so that you can obtain feedback on your understanding of the concepts and issues being discussed.

You should take note of all feedback received and use this information to improve your learning outcomes and final performance in the course. Finally, you can email or arrange an appointment with your teacher to gain more feedback on your progress.