LAW7056 - Competition law

Leader(s): Associate Professor John Duns (Summer 2008)(Semester One); Mr Andrew Monotti (Semester One)

Offered

City (Melbourne) First semester 2009 (Evening)

Synopsis

The unit 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.

Objectives

On completion of this subject students should

1. have an appreciation of the competing schools of thought on the objectives of competition law;
2. be able to assess when conduct substantially lessens competition;
3. have an advanced understanding of the legal principles which govern Australia's competition laws.

Assessment

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

Contact hours

24 contact hours per semester (either intensive, semi-intensive or semester long, depending on the Faculty resources, timetabling and requirements)