journalism 53-2550J - Business Law for Journalists

Institution:

Columbia College-Chicago

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Description:

Students will dissect various cases in the news to understand the legal concepts necessary for covering business stories. They will gain a basic understanding of torts, contracts, property law, criminal law, corporations/partnerships, and patent/ trademark/copyright issues as they relate to covering issues in the news. 1 CRE DIT

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.colum.edu

Phone Number:

(312) 663-1600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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