BTF3201

International trade law

(BUS)

Ms Alice de Jonge

6 points + 3 hours per week + Caulfield, OCDL + Second semester + Prerequisite: BTF1010 or equivalent

Synopsis: The law affecting Australian enterprises engaged in international business. Topics include international trade conventions; import and export procedures; carriage of goods by sea and air; bills of lading and the Hague-Visby rules; finance of international trade; payment and documentary credits; the use of negotiable instruments in international trade; international commercial arbitration; and marine insurance.

Assessment: Assignment 1 (1000-1500 words): 10% + Assignment 2(2000-2500 words): 20% + Examination (open book, 3 hours): 70%