The Course: Basics of Law For non-lawyers, this course offers a unique opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of law, without needing to be an expert. In a world where legal knowledge is increasingly valued, acquiring these skills will enable you to navigate a range of everyday and professional situations with confidence. This course will provide you with a fundamental understanding of the sources of law, the structure of the state, and the different branches of law, such as civil, commercial and employment law. The demand for professionals with basic legal knowledge is booming, as companies increasingly value their employees’ ability to understand and apply legal concepts. By taking part in this course, you will improve your ability to resolve conflicts and make informed decisions in any workplace. Furthermore, as it is an online course, you can learn at your own pace and from the comfort of your own home. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your professional and personal profile.
Basic Legal Concepts for Non-Lawyers
Business Administration and Management
45 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- To understand the main sources of law and their application in different legal contexts.
- To analyse the structure of the Constitution and the organisation of the State within the Spanish legal framework.
- Distinguish between the branches of law and their respective jurisdictions and powers.
- Identify basic concepts of civil law and their relevance in everyday situations.
- To explore the fundamentals of commercial law and its impact on business activity.
- To recognise the role of administrative law in public and state administration.
- To familiarise oneself with European Union law and its influence on national legislation.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. SOURCES OF LAW
Introduction
Constitution
Laws
Regulations of a lower legal rank than an Act of Parliament
The custom
General principles of law
Case law
Regional legislation
International treaties
EU legislation
TEACHING UNIT 2. THE CONSTITUTION AND ORGANISATION OF THE STATE
Basic constitutional principles
Fundamental rights and duties and civil liberties in the constitution
Branches of government: legislative, executive, judicial. The Crown
Territorial organisation of the state
TEACHING UNIT 3. BRANCHES OF LAW AND JURISDICTIONS
Introduction: private law and public law
Jurisdictions. Courts and tribunals
Constitutional Court
Other bodies and courts of particular importance
TEACHING UNIT 4. CIVIL LAW
An Introduction to Civil Law
Property law
Law of Obligations
Civil Contract Law
Unjust enrichment
Law of Non-Contractual Civil Liability
Bibliography
TEACHING UNIT 5. COMMERCIAL LAW
Introduction
Public limited companies vs. private limited companies
Corporate governing bodies and powers of attorney
Commercial contracts
Competition law and unfair competition
Consumer and user rights
Industrial property
Intellectual property
Protection of personal data
Bibliography
TEACHING UNIT 6. ADMINISTRATIVE LAW
Introduction: general administrative principles
Interests and rights of those subject to administration
Administrative provisions and acts (duty to issue a decision, administrative silence, statement of reasons, enforceability, notification and publication, nullity and voidability)
Terms and conditions
Administrative procedures
Review of administrative acts. Administrative appeals and judicial review proceedings
Power to impose sanctions
The administration’s financial liability
Public sector contracts
Urban planning and spatial planning
Compulsory purchase
TEACHING UNIT 7. EUROPEAN UNION LAW
Introduction
The sources of European Union law
Institutions of the European Union
Autonomy and conflicts between European law and national legal systems
Bibliography
TEACHING UNIT 8. PROCEDURAL LAW. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Introduction
Ordinary jurisdiction: types of proceedings and courts (civil proceedings)
Enforcement of judgements
Non-contentious proceedings
Basics of insolvency law
Alternative dispute resolution (ADR)
Legal representation in court proceedings
TEACHING UNIT 9. TAX LAW
Concept and purposes of taxation. Tax liability and the principle of statutory authority in tax matters
Types of tax
The legal and tax relationship
The essential elements of the primary tax liability
Other taxpayers, other than taxable persons
Grounds for the expiry of tax liabilities
Tax enforcement procedures. Introduction
Administrative procedures relating to tax administration (Articles a–l of the General Tax Law)
The tax audit procedure (Articles a of the LGT)
The enforced collection procedure (Articles A lgt)
Tax offences and penalties, and the tax penalty procedure (Articles A of the General Tax Law)
Review procedures (complaints and appeals). Articles a–lt
TEACHING UNIT 10. EMPLOYMENT LAW
Self-employment and employment
Standard employment relationship and senior management employment relationship
Doctrinal bibliographical sources
TEACHING UNIT 11. ECONOMIC CRIMINAL LAW
Introduction and basic concepts of criminal law
General Principles of Economic Criminal Law
A specific area of economic criminal law.
Criminal procedural law relating to legal persons.
Criminal compliance.
Civil liability arising from a criminal offence.