Commercial and Contract Law

About the course

A solid understanding of commercial and contract law is essential for conducting business in South Africa. Commercial law deals with purchasing and selling goods and services, including intangible assets such as intellectual property rights. Conversely, contract law provides the legal framework for private enterprises, facilitating transactions and the exchange of resources between people and legal entities.

The University of Cape Town (UCT) offers an online course that provides a comprehensive overview of the South African legal system, an introduction to contract law, and an in-depth understanding of the Consumer Protection Act. By taking this course, you will gain knowledge of contractual validity requirements and the obligations and terms of a contract. Additionally, you will develop the skills to recognise and address problematic areas in contracts, avoiding costly mistakes and achieving better outcomes for your company, personal life, or clients through negotiation.

Course content

• Orientation module: Welcome to your Online Campus
• Module 1: An introduction to contract law and the South African legal system
• Module 2: Requirements for the formation of a valid contract
• Module 3: Terms of a contract and contractual obligations
• Module 4: The Consumer Protection Act
• Module 5: Contracts of sale and contracts of lease
• Module 6: Contracts of insurance and agency contracts
• Module 7: Contracting with businesses
• Module 8: Civil litigation and alternative dispute resolution procedures
• Module 9: Basic contract drafting skills

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