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A. Essential elements of the legal system

Gain a foundation in legal systems, sources of law, and court structures. This section also introduces contract law, criminal and civil law distinctions, and how law supports business certainty.

  • 8 lessons
  • 2 modules
  • 1.3h of video
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The lessons

8 lessons, module by module.

Law and the legal system

3 lessons
  1. 1 Types of law 13m
  2. 2 The civil courts 7m
  3. 3 The criminal courts 8m

Sources of law

5 lessons
  1. 1 Sources of law 3m
  2. 2 Case law 11m
  3. 3 Legislation 16m
  4. 4 Statutory interpretation 14m
  5. 5 Human rights law 6m

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About A. Essential elements of the legal system.

What does the A. Essential elements of the legal system section cover?

Gain a foundation in legal systems, sources of law, and court structures. This section also introduces contract law, criminal and civil law distinctions, and how law supports business certainty.

How much video is in this section?

A. Essential elements of the legal system has 8 video lessons, about 1.3 hours in total. Work through them at your own pace, with lifetime access.

Is this section included in the Corporate and Business Law exam?

Yes. The content in this section is assessed in the Corporate and Business Law ACCA exam.

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