LAW7284

The Expert Witness in the Courtroom

(LAW)

TBA

Part of the Graduate Certificate Forensic Studies (Accounting). Prequisities: LAW7281 and LAW7282. Corequisite: LAW7283

Synopsis: 1. Preparing and using materials to assist in the presentation of evidence (notes, reports and visual aids) 2. Observing and participating in mock examination in chief, cross examination and re-examination 3. Communicating effectively in the courtroom Subject topics: · Examination in chief -Use of notes -Use of reports -Use of visual aids · Cross examination · Re-examination · Courtroom communication skills

Assessment: This Subject will be assessed as Pass or Fail only and no grades will be allocated · The assessment activity the students will undertake is to be assessed on their performance in the mock examination in chief, cross-examination and reexamination.