Course Overview
Presents a practical study of Canadian business law including an introduction to the legal system, the courts, dispute resolution, torts, contracts (including performance bond and warranty issues), sale of goods and consumer transactions, employment, commercial relationships, business structures, partnership issues, intellectual property including trademark and confidentiality issues.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
2.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Evaluate Artificial Intelligence use and risk in legal practice
- Describe aspects of the law as it applies to operations management.
- Describe how the law applies to many types of business situations and practices.
- Recognize legal issues as they arise.
- Help clients and employers to avoid potential legal problems.
- Communicate more effectively with lawyers and regulators.
- Design business practices and transactions to avoid legal problems.
Effective as of Fall 2026
Related Programs
Introduction to Law for Operations Management (BLAW 3440) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Business + Media
- Operations & Management Engineering
Diploma Full-time
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