Award in Principles of Commercial Law

Course Objective

In this short study programme, participants will study the basic notions of commercial law, namely the definition of ‘trade’ and ‘traders’, and other ancillary notions which apply. Participants will also focus on different forms of trade and traders which exist, along with the notion of capacity to trade.

Participants will be guided through the sources of commercial law, namely the law (commercial or civil) and usages of trade developed along the year.  A focus on partnership formation and operation will also provide participants with the opportunity to understand how traders conduct their business in practice.

Who should attend?

Anyone interested to understand Commercial Law, In-house lawyers, lawyers working in private practice, law students

Learning Outcomes

• Clearly comprehend instructions regarding what sort of research or work would be necessary for them to carry out;
• Compile findings and conclusions in a clear and concise manner which can be easily comprehended by their superiors;
• Explain with clarity and attention to detail findings and conclusions orally if so required, and express these in a professional and agreeable manner
• Conduct independent research on law, jurisprudence, and other sources as required;
• Understand the wording of Maltese (and foreign) legislation and be able to apply jurisprudential interpretation thereto;
• Recognise issues which arise at law;
• Advance knowledge further in an independent manner.

Entry Requirements

2 Advanced level subjects at Grade C or better, and 3 Intermediate level subjects at Grade C or better. 1 of any of these subjects must be Maltese or English

OR

3 Advanced level subjects at Grade C or better

OR Mature/Adult Learning Student (must be 23 when course starts) subject to an interview by the Head of the Academy.

Detailed Time Table

All the programmes below are accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority as separate exit awards at Level 5 in the Malta Qualifications Framework and the European Qualifications Framework for lifelong learning, with the corresponding amount of ECTS shown next to them.