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    Nov 25, 2024  
American University Catalog 2019-2020 
    
American University Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ACCT-245 Business Law (3)


This course provides an overview of business law, both U.S. and worldwide. Topics include basic legal theory and judicial process, the fundamental underpinnings of business law such as contracts, torts, property, and the regulatory environment of business, and critical topics such as internet law, consumer protection, securities regulation, and environmental protection. The course also integrates discussion of ethical principles and highlights applications in business contexts to prepare students to be effective ethical leaders in the global corporate economy. Grading: A-F only. Prerequisite: KSB-100  or completion of 12 credits.