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BLAW 3100 - Business Law

Business Law Part-time Studies Course

School of Business

Course Details

Presents a practical study of Canadian business law, including the legal and administrative systems, torts, contracts, sale of goods and consumer protection, secured transactions, employment, agency and business organizations. Participation in this course, taught by lawyers, prepares you to recognize and feel comfortable with the legal aspects of doing business.

Credits

4.0

Cost

$683.55 - $703.70 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.

Fall 2018

Below are seven offerings of this course for the Fall 2018 term.

CRN 30807

Tue Sep 04 - Tue Dec 04 14 Weeks

Class Meeting Times

Dates Days Times Locations
Sep 04 - Dec 04 Tue 17:30 - 21:15 DTC Rm. 820

Instructor

Dean Palmer

Course Outline

Cost

$683.55

This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.

In Progress

CRN 31770

Tue Sep 04 - Sat Dec 01 13 Weeks

Class Meeting Times

Dates Days Times Locations
Sep 04 - Dec 01 Online

Instructor

Lori Becker

Course Outline

Cost

$683.55

Notes

  1. Internet delivery format.
  2. Students must submit e-mail address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. This online course is NOT self-paced. You must have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. You are not required to be online at a specific time of the day; however you are required to submit all assignments on their due dates. The midterm and final exams will take place at the Burnaby campus. Students will be permitted to use a proctor to write their exams if they live outside of Metro Vancouver.
  3. Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.

This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.

In Progress

CRN 41252

Tue Sep 04 - Tue Dec 04 14 Weeks

Class Meeting Times

Dates Days Times Locations
Sep 04 - Dec 04 Tue 08:30 - 12:15 DTC Rm. 481

Instructor

Alia Somji

Course Outline

Cost

$683.55

This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.

In Progress

CRN 30809

Wed Sep 05 - Wed Dec 12 15 Weeks

Class Meeting Times

Dates Days Times Locations
Sep 05 - Dec 12 Wed 18:30 - 22:00 BBY SE06 Rm. 209

Instructor

Gary Poon

Course Outline

TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim

Cost

$690.69

This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.

In Progress

CRN 30810

Wed Sep 05 - Wed Dec 12 15 Weeks

Class Meeting Times

Dates Days Times Locations
Sep 05 - Dec 12 Wed 17:30 - 21:00 DTC Rm. 820

Instructor

Barry Galbraith

Course Outline

Cost

$683.55

This course offering is in progress and full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.

In Progress and Full

CRN 30811

Thu Sep 06 - Thu Dec 13 15 Weeks

Class Meeting Times

Dates Days Times Locations
Sep 06 - Dec 13 Thu 18:30 - 22:00 BBY NE01 Rm. 103

Instructor

Barry Galbraith

Course Outline

Cost

$690.69

This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.

In Progress

CRN 31284

Sat Sep 08 - Sat Nov 03 8 Weeks

Class Meeting Times

Dates Days Times Locations
Sep 08 - Nov 03 Sat 09:00 - 15:40 BBY SW01 Rm. 2590

Instructor

Bill Duncan

Course Outline

Cost

$690.69

Notes

  1. Students are to read chapters 2 and 3 of the textbook, 11th edition by Yates, prior to the first class. The 10th edition is acceptable, however, contact the instructor if you purchase that edition. No class on Saturday October 6

This course offering is in progress and full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.

In Progress and Full

Winter 2019

Below are eight offerings of this course for the Winter 2019 term.

CRN 11638

Sat Jan 05 - Sat Feb 23 8 Weeks

Class Meeting Times

Dates Days Times Locations
Jan 05 - Feb 23 Sat 09:00 - 17:00 BBY SW01 Rm. 2590

Instructor

TBD

Course Outline

TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim

Cost

$703.70

Notes

  1. Due to the intensive and interactive nature of this course students are required to attend all classes.

This section is only available for registration starting Wed, Oct 24 at 9:00 am (PDT)

Sneak Preview

CRN 85330

Mon Jan 07 - Mon Apr 01 12 Weeks

Class Meeting Times

Dates Days Times Locations
Jan 07 - Apr 01 Mon 17:30 - 22:00 DTC Rm. 362

Instructor

Marlize van Jaarsveld

Course Outline

TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim

Cost

$696.56

Notes

  1. No classes on February 18

This section is only available for registration starting Wed, Oct 24 at 9:00 am (PDT)

Sneak Preview

CRN 11634

Tue Jan 08 - Tue Apr 02 13 Weeks

Class Meeting Times

Dates Days Times Locations
Jan 08 - Apr 02 Tue 18:00 - 22:00 BBY SE06 Rm. 112

Instructor

Barry Galbraith

Course Outline

TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim

Cost

$703.70

This section is only available for registration starting Wed, Oct 24 at 9:00 am (PDT)

Sneak Preview

CRN 11635

Tue Jan 08 - Tue Apr 02 13 Weeks

Class Meeting Times

Dates Days Times Locations
Jan 08 - Apr 02 Tue 17:30 - 21:30 DTC Rm. 830

Instructor

Gary Poon

Course Outline

TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim

Cost

$696.56

This section is only available for registration starting Wed, Oct 24 at 9:00 am (PDT)

Sneak Preview

CRN 41388

Tue Jan 08 - Sat Apr 06 13 Weeks

Class Meeting Times

Dates Days Times Locations
Jan 08 - Apr 06 Online

Instructor

Lori Becker

Course Outline

TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim

Cost

$696.56

Notes

  1. Internet delivery format.
  2. Students must submit email address when registering. To be successful in our online courses, plan to spend 7-10 hours per course each week on your studies, starting Week 1. Our courses are paced and highly interactive with participation requirements weekly. Frequent contributions to asynchronous (not real time) online discussions is required to achieve a passing final grade. Mid-term and Final Exam dates noted above are on campus. Proctors may be arranged by students to invigilate exams outside 100 km from BCIT Burnaby campus. Forms to fill out will be made available on D2L after student has registered. Is online learning for you? Please take a look at our FAQ pages www.bcit.ca/distance/faq.shtml and www.bcit.ca/distance/foryou.shtml

This section is only available for registration starting Wed, Oct 24 at 9:00 am (PDT)

Sneak Preview

CRN 11632

Wed Jan 09 - Wed Apr 03 13 Weeks

Class Meeting Times

Dates Days Times Locations
Jan 09 - Apr 03 Wed 17:30 - 21:30 DTC Rm. 830

Instructor

Barry Galbraith

Course Outline

TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim

Cost

$696.56

This section is only available for registration starting Wed, Oct 24 at 9:00 am (PDT)

Sneak Preview

CRN 11636

Wed Jan 09 - Wed Apr 03 13 Weeks

Class Meeting Times

Dates Days Times Locations
Jan 09 - Apr 03 Wed 18:00 - 22:00 BBY SE06 Rm. 207

Instructor

Karla Gonzalez

Course Outline

TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim

Cost

$703.70

This section is only available for registration starting Wed, Oct 24 at 9:00 am (PDT)

Sneak Preview

CRN 16879

Thu Jan 10 - Thu Apr 04 13 Weeks

Class Meeting Times

Dates Days Times Locations
Jan 10 - Apr 04 Thu 18:00 - 22:00 BBY SE06 Rm. 114

Instructor

Barry Galbraith

Course Outline

TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim

Cost

$703.70

This section is only available for registration starting Wed, Oct 24 at 9:00 am (PDT)

Sneak Preview

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:

  • Explain the historical and constitutional foundations of Canada’s legal system.
  • Describe the structure of the court system and alternate dispute resolution methods including procedural steps required for each method.
  • Differentiate between the various types of intentional torts and negligence claims and applicable defenses for each.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the requirements for an enforceable contract and the factors that may affect it.
  • Contrast the ways a contract may end and the different effect on the parties.
  • Compare different types of business organizations and the resulting rights and obligations arising from each.
  • Explain the legal obligations of employees, employers, agents, fiduciaries and independent contractors.
  • Analyze and compare fundamental legal concepts in relation to real estate and personal property including both tangible and intangible property.
  • Compare and contrast the rights and obligations of creditors and debtors pertaining to various types of credit and security including negotiable instruments, mortgages and bankruptcy.
  • Explain legal obligations in sales transactions.
  • Recognize the potential for, and ways to avoid legal issues as they arise in business transactions including the use of insurance.
  • Use of accurate legal language for effective communication with legal advisors.

Effective as of Winter 2017

Related Programs

BLAW 3100 is offered as a part of the following programs:

School of Business

  1. Accounting
    Full-time   Diploma
  2. Accounting
    Part-time   Diploma
  3. Broadcast and Media Communications - Radio
    Part-time   Certificate
  4. Broadcast and Media Communications - Television
    Part-time   Certificate
  5. Business Administration
    Part-time/Distance & Online Learning   Associate Certificate
  6. Business Administration (General Option)
    Part-time   Diploma
  7. Business Administration (Global Studies Option)
    Part-time   Diploma
  8. Business Administration (Human Resources Option)
    Part-time   Diploma
  9. Business Administration (Management Option)
    Part-time   Diploma
  10. Business Administration (Marketing Option)
    Part-time   Diploma
  11. Business Management
    Full-time/Part-time   Advanced Diploma
  12. Business Management
    Part-time   Certificate
  13. Business Management
    Full-time   Diploma
  14. Business Management (Advanced Placement – Degree/Diploma entry)
    Full-time   Diploma
  15. Finance
    Full-time   Diploma
  16. Finance
    Part-time   Diploma
  17. Financial Management (Financial Planning)
    Part-time   Associate Certificate
  18. Financial Management (Finance Option)
    Part-time   Certificate
  19. Financial Management (Professional Accounting Option)
    Part-time   Certificate
  20. Financial Planning
    Part-time   Diploma
  21. Financial Planning
    Full-time   Diploma
  22. Fire Executive Management
    Part-time/Distance & Online Learning   BCIT/Industry Partnership Certificate
  23. General Insurance and Risk Management
    Full-time   Diploma
  24. Marketing Management (Marketing Communications Option)
    Part-time   Certificate
  25. Marketing Management (Professional Sales Option)
    Part-time   Certificate
  26. Marketing Management (Tourism Management Option)
    Part-time   Certificate
  27. Marketing Management
    Part-time   Certificate
  28. Marketing Management (Entrepreneurship Option)
    Full-time   Diploma
  29. Marketing Management (General Option)
    Full-time   Diploma
  30. Marketing Management (Marketing Communications Option)
    Full-time   Diploma
  31. Marketing Management (Professional Real Estate Option)
    Full-time   Diploma
  32. Marketing Management (Professional Sales Option)
    Full-time   Diploma
  33. Marketing Management (Tourism Management Option)
    Full-time   Diploma
  34. Marketing Management - Retail Marketing Management
    Part-time/Distance & Online Learning   Associate Certificate
  35. Media Techniques and Marketing Communications
    Part-time   Certificate
  36. Media Techniques for Business
    Part-time   Certificate
  37. Professional Accounting
    Part-time   Advanced Diploma
  38. Project Management
    Part-time   Associate Certificate

School of Construction and the Environment

  1. Geographic Information Systems
    Full-time/Part-time/Distance & Online Learning   Bachelor of Technology
  2. Geomatics
    Full-time   Bachelor of Science

Books & Supplies

The BCIT bookstore carries textbooks, general reference books, software, and stationery. Please visit bcit.ca/bookstore for more information.

Fall 2018

Books for Fall 2018 offerings of this course are available in the following BCIT online bookstores. Please choose the bookstore appropriate for the offering you are considering.

BCIT Downtown Campus Bookstore

If you are taking this course at the BCIT Downtown Campus (DTC), please purchase books for this course at the BCIT Downtown Campus Bookstore.

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Business Law In Canada + Myblawlab & Etext, Loose Leaf Version
Author Yates
Publisher Ph
Copyright 2017
Binding Looseleaf
ISBN 978-0-13462-837-0
Price $114.95
Choose One
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Business Law In Canada + Mybuslawlab W. Etext
Author Yates
Publisher Ph
Copyright 2017
Binding Hardback
ISBN 978-0-13449-652-8
Price $179.95
Choose One
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Cei Digital : Business Law In Canada Mybuslawlab W. Etext
Author Yates
Publisher Ph
Copyright 2017
Binding Digital Version
ISBN 978-0-13431-071-8
Price $75.00
Choose One

BCIT Distance & Online Learning Bookstore

If you are taking this course through either Distance Education or Online Learning, please purchase books for this course at the BCIT Distance & Online Learning Bookstore.

Image not available
Business Law In Canada + Myblawlab & Etext, Loose Leaf Version
Author Yates
Publisher Ph
Copyright 2017
Binding Looseleaf
ISBN 978-0-13462-837-0
Price $114.95
Choose One
Image not available
Business Law In Canada + Mybuslawlab W. Etext
Author Yates
Publisher Ph
Copyright 2017
Binding Hardback
ISBN 978-0-13449-652-8
Price $179.95
Choose One
Image not available
Cei Digital : Business Law In Canada Mybuslawlab W. Etext
Author Yates
Publisher Ph
Copyright 2017
Binding Digital Version
ISBN 978-0-13431-071-8
Price $75.00
Choose One

BCIT Burnaby Bookstore

If you are taking this course, but are not taking it through either Distance Education or Online Learning, nor at the BCIT Downtown Campus (DTC), please purchase books for this course at the BCIT Burnaby Bookstore.

Image not available
Business Law In Canada + Myblawlab & Etext, Loose Leaf Version
Author Yates
Publisher Ph
Copyright 2017
Binding Looseleaf
ISBN 978-0-13462-837-0
Price $114.95
Choose One
Image not available
Cei Digital : Business Law In Canada Mybuslawlab W. Etext
Author Yates
Publisher Ph
Copyright 2017
Binding Digital Version
ISBN 978-0-13431-071-8
Price $75.00
Choose One

Winter 2019

No information on books is currently available for Winter 2019 offerings of this course.

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