Introduction to Contract Law and Obligations
| Structure Type: | Study unit | 
|---|---|
| Code: | TIB12106 | 
| Type: | Compulsory / Professional Studies | 
| Curriculum: | T-IB 2004GA | 
| Level: | Bachelor of Business Administration | 
| Year of Study: | 1 (2004-2005) | 
| Credits: | 3 cr | 
| Responsible Teacher: | Backman, Maj-Lis | 
| Language of Instruction: | English | 
Courses During the Academic Year 2004-2005
| Impl. | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2005-01-03 – 2005-04-29 | Maj-Lis Backman | English | 2004-12-07 – 2005-01-16 | 
| 4 | 2005-01-03 – 2005-04-29 | Maj-Lis Backman | English | 2004-12-07 – 2005-01-16 | 
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
The introduction to Finnish legislation will give the student a basic knowledge of the Contract Act. The student gets acquainted with the partners in connection with contracts and understands the obligations in relation to a contract. The course will also familiarise the student with promissory notes and personal and real security.
Student's Workload
Total work load of the course: 81 h 
 - of which scheduled studies: 40 h 
 - of which autonomous studies: 41 h
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Previous knowledge is not required
Contents
The parties of a contract, procedures involved when drawing up and determinating a contract, conditions, invalidity of a contract, obligations , promissory notes and security.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Legislation in force
 - Heikki Toiviainen, An Introduction to Finnish law. Helsinki. Edita 2008.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, project learning, group work, self-studies and presentations.
Assessment Criteria
Assessment Criteria
level 5
 - give reasons for solutions made when acting in tasks of an expert 
 - use independently various problem solving methods 
 - apply the professional ethical principles 
 level 3
 take into account the responsibilities and obligations connected with the utilisation of information (e.g. copyrights and plagiarism)
– utilise the problem-solving methods learnt during the study unit
 - find the essential parts of the problem
 level 1
 - recognise the area of expertise in his/her field 
 - utilise the problem-solving methods dealt with during the study unit when given guidance 
 - has a positive attitude towards developing 
 - identify the values of the field and the professional ethical principles
Assessment Methods
Project report and a written assignment 40% and a written exam 60%. Numerical (0
