BTX5190

International trade law ( 6 points, SCA Band 3, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Ms Alice de Jonge and Mr Eu-Jin Teo

Offered:
Caulfield Second semester 2005 (Evening)

Synopsis: Topics include law of international trade, including rights and duties in international sales transactions; legal regimes governing contracts for carriage of goods internationally; distribution agreements; legal aspects of financing international trade; shipping documents, documentary collections and letter of credit; marine and aviation insurance; international dispute resolution.

Assessment: Minor Assignment (2000 words): 15% + Major Assignment (3000 words): 25% + Examination (take home): 60%

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week

Prerequisites: BTF1010 or equivalent.

Corequisites: Nil

Prohibitions: BTX9190