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Overview
Key facts
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg's Introduction to Commercial Law aim of this course is to introduce participants to the South African legal system and provide them with a foundational understanding of the general principles of contract law. The course seeks to instil within each participant the skills necessary for the practical application of commercial law
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Discussion of the various sources of South African law.
- Branches and divisions of South African law.
- General overview of South African court system.
- Forms of business enterprise.
- Risk management.
- Definition of a contract.
- Requirements for a valid contract.
- Contracts of Sale, Lease and Insurance
- C redit Agreements.
- Business Ethics.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 4 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Public Law CommerceAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
This course is aimed at participants who need an introductory overview of South African corporate law for work purposes. It is not aimed at legal professionals.
Tuition Fee
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International
7650 ZAR/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7650 ZAR for the full programme during 4 months. -
National
7650 ZAR/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7650 ZAR for the full programme during 4 months.
Living costs for Johannesburg
8434 - 12036 ZAR /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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