LAW7056

Competition law

(LAW)

Not offered in 2001

6 credit points + One 2-hour seminar per week + City

Synopsis: The subject examines the restrictive trade practices provision of the Australian Trade Practices legislation. Topics to be discussed include the rationale and objectives of competition law; mergers; misuse of market power; anti-competitive agreements; exclusive dealing; resale price maintenance; penalties and remedies; authorisation and notification.

Assessment: Class participation: 10% + Research assignment (3750 words): 50% + Take-home examination (3000 words): 40%