It was a decent course overall. Some parts moved a bit fast for me, but the core concepts were explained well. Good for a foundational understanding.
Foundations of Corporate and Commercial Law: CPA REG Prep
Master the essentials of contracts, agency, and business organizations to navigate commercial operations and prepare for the REG section of the CPA exam.
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Course contents
7 modules · 30 lessons · 3h
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Foundations of Law and Contract Formation
Understand how a valid legal obligation is created.
- Introduction and Legal Terminology
Define the basic concepts of business law and the system of legal sources.6 min - Offer and Acceptance
Identify when a proposal becomes a binding commitment.6 min - Consideration
Understand the element of value exchange required in contracts.6 min - Contractual Capacity and Legality
Evaluate whether the parties have the legal power to enter into an agreement.6 min - Defects in Consent
Analyze how mistake, fraud, or duress render a contract void.6 min
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Performance, Breach, and Digital Contracts
Manage the contract lifecycle and remedies in case of non-performance.
- Performance and Execution
Distinguish between perfect performance, substantial performance, and discharge.6 min - Breach of Contract
Identify the types of breach (material vs. minor).6 min - Legal and Equitable Remedies
Calculate monetary damages and understand 'specific performance'.6 min - Contracts in the Digital World
Apply contract rules to e-commerce and electronic signatures.6 min
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Agency Law
Analyze how representatives act on behalf of companies.
- Agency Creation and Authority
Distinguish between express, implied, and apparent authority.6 min - Agent's Fiduciary Duties
Examine duties of loyalty, obedience, and care.6 min - Principal's Liability
Understand when the principal is liable for the actions of their agent.6 min - Liability to Third Parties
Analyze contracts entered into by agents for undisclosed principals.6 min
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Modern Employment Law
Navigate labor regulations and employee protections.
- Employees vs. Independent Contractors
Use legal tests to correctly classify workers.6 min - Remote Work Challenges
Adapt traditional regulations to the remote work context.6 min - Workplace Safety and Protection
Overview of OSHA, minimum wage, and working hours.6 min - Discrimination and Termination
Understand the basics of 'Title VII' and wrongful termination.6 min
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Debtors, Creditors, and Bankruptcy
Understand debt management and insolvency proceedings.
- Creditor Rights and Securities
Explore liens, mortgages, and personal guarantees.6 min - Debt Collection Remedies
Analyze garnishments and other coercive recovery actions.6 min - Introduction to Bankruptcy
Distinguish between liquidation (Ch. 7) and reorganization (Ch. 11).6 min - The Bankruptcy Process
Understand the automatic stay and the order of payment priority.6 min
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Business Organizations and Compliance
Choose and manage the correct legal structure for a business.
- Sole Proprietorships and Partnerships
Evaluate the advantages and risks of unlimited liability.6 min - Limited Liability Companies (LLC)
Analyze the hybrid structure between a partnership and a corporation.6 min - Corporations
Understand formation, double taxation, and the corporate veil.6 min - Governance and Liability
Define the roles of shareholders, directors, and officers.6 min - Regulation and Antitrust
Examine the impact of government laws on competition.6 min
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Practical Application and CPA REG
Synthesize knowledge to solve real exam cases.
- Legal Reasoning for the CPA
Techniques for deconstructing questions in the REG section.6 min - Risk Scenario Analysis
Identify legal vulnerabilities in a business case.6 min - Professional Ethics and Responsibility
Link business law to the accountant's ethical standards.6 min - Final Review and Strategies
A summary of the key points for professional success.6 min
Legal Audit of a Scaling Startup
You will analyze the case of a tech startup transitioning from a sole proprietorship to a corporation, hiring its first remote employees, and managing bank debt.
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