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Corporate & Commercial Law II: Business Forms, Financing & Governmental Regulation

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Course Summary

This course covers the legal aspects of corporate and commercial law, including contracts, intellectual property, and corporate governance.

Key Learning Points

Learn about the legal framework surrounding commercial transactions and corporate governance.
Understand how to draft and negotiate contracts, and how to resolve disputes.
Gain knowledge of intellectual property law and how it applies to businesses.

Learning Outcomes

Ability to draft and negotiate contracts
Understanding of corporate governance principles
Knowledge of intellectual property law

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic understanding of legal terminology
Familiarity with corporate structures

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Online
Self-paced

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Description

This course is the second course in a two-part series on corporate and commercial law. In this part, we focus on three main topics: business organizations, business financing, and governmental regulation. In the first module, we discuss the characteristics of a number of the most common forms of business entities, such as corporations and LLCs. Module two is devoted to debtor-creditor relationships, including bank financing, debt financing, secured transactions, and bankruptcy. We wrap up the course with two modules that focus on the most important aspects of governmental regulation, including the process by which administrative agencies make rules, and the regulation of anti-competitive behavior and securities transactions.

Outline

Introduction to course
Course Overview
About Professor Fricke
Learn on Your Terms
Syllabus
About the Discussion Forums
Learn More About Flexible Learning Paths
Update Your Profile
Build a Learning Community with Social Media
Orientation Quiz

Module 1: Business Organizations
Introduction to Sole Proprietorships and Partnerships
Partner Rights & Duties
Special Forms of Partnerships
Introduction to Corporations
Corporate Formation
Shareholder Rights, Powers, & Liability
Director & Officer Rights, Duties, & Liability
Limited Liability Companies
Module 1 Overview and Resources
Lesson 1.1 Knowledge Check
Lesson 1.2 Knowledge Check
Lesson 1.3 Knowledge Check
Lesson 1.4 Knowledge Check
Lesson 1.5 Knowledge Check
Lesson 1.6 Knowledge Check
Lesson 1.7 Knowledge Check
Lesson 1.8 Knowledge Check
Module 1 Quiz

Module 2: Debtor-Creditor Relationships
Bank Financing: Sureties & Guarantors
Interview with Banker
Bank Financing: Collection of Debts
Debt Financing
Secured Transactions: Foundations & Remedies
Secured Transactions: Perfection & Priority
Bankruptcy: Foundations & Procedure
Bankruptcy: Exempt Property & Fraudulent Transfers
Types of Bankruptcy
Module 2 Overview and Resources
Lesson 2.1 Knowledge Check
Lesson 2.2 Knowledge Check
Lesson 2.3 Knowledge Check
Lesson 2.4 Knowledge Check
Lesson 2.5 Knowledge Check
Lesson 2.6 Knowledge Check
Lesson 2.7 Knowledge Check
Lesson 2.8 Knowledge Check
Module 2 Quiz

Module 3: Regulation Part I: Foundations, Consumers, and the Environment
Introduction to Administrative Agencies
The Rule-Making Process
Agency Investigations & Administrative Courts
FTC Regulation of Commercial Activity
CFPB Regulation of Financial Institutions
FDA Regulation of Food, Drugs, & Cosmetics
EPA Regulation of Pollution
Module 3 Overview and Resources
Lesson 3.1 Knowledge Check
Lesson 3.2 Knowledge Check
Lesson 3.3 Knowledge Check
Lesson 3.4 Knowledge Check
Lesson 3.5 Knowledge Check
Lesson 3.6 Knowledge Check
Lesson 3.7 Knowledge Check
Module 3 Quiz

Module 4: Regulation Part II: Antitrust and Securities
Antitrust: Unilateral Restraints of Trade
Interview with Venture Capitalist
Antitrust: Horizontal & Vertical Restraints of Trade
Antitrust: Mergers
Antitrust: Enforcement & Exemptions
Securities Laws & the SEC
Initial Public Offerings: Procedures & Liability
Initial Public Offerings: Shortcuts & Exemptions
Trading Securities: Section 10(b) & Rule 10b-5
Trading Securities: Insider Trading & Short-Swing Profits
Gies Online Programs
Module 4 Overview and Resources
Course Wrap-Up
Congratulations!
Get Your Course Certificate
Lesson 4.1 Knowledge Check
Lesson 4.2 Knowledge Check
Lesson 4.3 Knowledge Check
Lesson 4.4 Knowledge Check
Lesson 4.5 Knowledge Check
Lesson 4.6 Knowledge Check
Lesson 4.7 Knowledge Check
Lesson 4.8 Knowledge Check
Lesson 4.9 Knowledge Check
Module 4 Quiz

Summary of User Reviews

The Corporate and Commercial Law Part 2 course by Coursera has received positive reviews from users. Many users appreciated the practical approach of the course and found it to be an excellent resource for learning about corporate and commercial law.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Practical approach to learning about corporate and commercial law

Pros from User Reviews

Well-structured course with practical examples
Great resource for professionals and students interested in corporate and commercial law
Engaging lectures by experienced instructors
Flexible learning options with online access to course materials
In-depth coverage of important topics in corporate and commercial law

Cons from User Reviews

Some users found the course to be challenging and time-consuming
Limited interaction with instructors and other students
Not suitable for beginners with no prior knowledge of corporate and commercial law
Some users experienced technical difficulties with the online platform
Lack of personalized feedback on assignments

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