BL 201 - Introduction to Business Law

Institution:

Western New England University

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Description:

The goal of this course is to identify and distinguish the different aspects of the State and Federal Court System, as well as alternative dispute resolution options; identify legal issues and apply legal principles related to the following areas of law: torts, negligence, defamation, and contracts. Key learning outcomes for these areas of law include students' ability to: communicate the positions of the parties to a legal conflict; differentiate between the boundaries of law, ethics and sound business decision-making; and apply legal analysis in planning and decision-making to avoid legal conflicts in business decisions. 3 cr.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wne.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 782-3111

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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