This course introduces students to the principles and application of business law within the Kenyan legal context. Emphasis is placed on the sources, nature, and functions of law, as well as critical areas such as contract law, torts, agency, partnership, sale of goods, and commercial dispute resolution
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
· Explain the sources and classification of law.
· Discuss the legal status and capacity of persons and corporations.
· Analyze the legal rules governing contracts, torts, partnerships, and agencies.
· Interpret the legal implications of hire purchase, guarantees, and negotiable instruments.
· Understand the legal framework governing commercial disputes and their resolution mechanisms.