BUSN 6540

Legal and Ethical Environment of Business

Students develop a working knowledge of legal and ethical parameters for business decision making. The course addresses the legal system and mechanisms for resolving disputes. Topics include constitutional law, torts, product liability, contracts, property law, consumer protection, intellectual property, business entities and employment law. It stresses the influence of legal issues on organizational decision making. Note: Students can substitute ENTP 6822 but credit cannot be received for both. Health Administration students must take BUSN 6541. Restriction: Restricted to graduate majors and NDGR majors with a sub-plan of NBA or NBD within the Business School.

Units: 3.0

Hours: 3 to 3