Commercial law is a fundamental aspect of business, regulating contracts, sales, corporate governance, intellectual property, and dispute resolution. The Commercial Law Level 5 Advanced Diploma is structured to provide learners with a practical and theoretical framework for understanding the legal landscape of commerce and business operations.

The course begins with an introduction to commercial law, where learners explore its sources, fundamental principles, and the role of the English legal system in shaping business regulations. A strong emphasis is placed on contract law, which forms the backbone of commercial transactions. Students will gain insight into contract formation, terms, enforcement, remedies, and key legislative acts such as the Sale of Goods Act 1979 and the Consumer Rights Act 2015.

The course delves into agency law, outlining the legal relationship between agents and principals, their respective rights, duties, and the circumstances under which an agency can be terminated. Company law is also covered extensively, including business structures, company formation, directors’ duties, shareholders’ rights, and corporate governance principles.

Given the globalized nature of modern business, the course explores international trade law, addressing import/export regulations, the international sale of goods, and cross-border commercial disputes. A critical focus is also placed on intellectual property law, examining trademark, patent, copyright protections, and licensing agreements essential for businesses to safeguard their innovations.

In the employment law module, learners will understand contractual rights, termination processes, and workplace health and safety regulations, ensuring compliance with employment laws in a commercial setting. The course also introduces alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms, litigation, and arbitration to equip learners with the skills to resolve business conflicts efficiently.

The program concludes with a study on ethics in commercial law, exploring regulatory compliance, corporate responsibility, and emerging legal trends in the business world. By the end of the course, learners will have gained a solid foundation in commercial law, enabling them to advise on legal risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute effectively to business and corporate strategies.