Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Law

Learning Methods

Lecture

Online

Seminar

Module Offerings

6117LAWSL-JAN-PAR

Aims

To develop an understanding of the legal principles governing the company limited by shares and the process involved in its termination. Appreciate the contemporary issues surrounding the operation of the company and the pressure for reform.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Critically analyse the key legal principles underpinning the nature of the corporate form.
2.
Critically analyse contemporary issues in company law.
3.
Demonstrate critical thinking and writing skills in respect of the module subject area.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Legal nature of the company Separate Legal Personality and measures to prevent its abuse The constitution of the company Directors and their duties Shareholders Corporate governance Corporate Rescue and insolvency
Additional Information:A module examining the operation and control of the corporate form.

Assessments

Centralised Exam

Essay