This course will expose students to the fundamental components of business law. The course examines the legal principles pertaining to business such as torts, negligence, business ownership, employment law, Indigenous law, personal, real, and intellectual property and electronic commerce. Case decisions will be examined to help students develop an appreciation of how the Canadian legal system works in actual practice.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- The Canadian Legal System
- Alternatives to Litigation
- Torts, Negligence and Liability
- Elements of a Contract
- The Legal Implications of Operating a Business
- Legal Aspects of Indigenous Business Development
- Personal, Real, and Intellectual Property
- Employment Law
- Consumer Protection
- Electronic Commerce
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41078 |
January 5, 2026 to April 18, 2026 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.