Corporate Law For Non-Lawyers

Everything you need to know about the legal side of companies.

What you'll learn

The legal structure and formation of companies.

Knowledge of the rights and responsibilities of directors and shareholders.

An overview of the legal implications of raising capital and financing.

An understanding of mergers and acquisitions.

An overview of the legal process of insolvency.

An understanding of the principles of Corporate Governance.

An overview of the tax implications for companies in common law jurisdictions.

Requirements

None at all! This course is designed for individuals with little to no prior experience in corporate law, making it accessible to anyone regardless of their educational or professional background.

All that is needed, is an interest in the subject!

Description

Welcome to Corporate Law for Non-Lawyers UK! This course is designed for individuals with little to no background in corporate law, but are looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of the legal foundations of companies.Throughout this course, you will learn about: the different types of companies that can be formed;the rights and responsibilities of directors and shareholders;raising capital and financing;mergers and acquisitions;insolvency;corporate governance; andtaxationWe will be focusing primarily on the laws and principles of the UK, which is a common law jurisdiction. However, it is important to note that the concepts and principles we will be discussing are fully transferable to other common law jurisdictions such as India, Australia, New Zealand, Cyprus and Malta. Additionally, the knowledge you will gain in this course is also relevant for US law.The course is taught through a combination of video lectures, readings, and real-life and hypothetical examples to ensure that you gain a solid understanding of the material. By the end of this course, you will have a strong foundation in corporate law and be equipped with the knowledge to make informed business decisions.Whether you are an entrepreneur, business professional, or simply curious about the legal aspect of companies, this course is for you. Sign up now and take the first step towards understanding the legal world of business!All the best!The Team at ALMeta Media :)

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Objectives and structure of the course

Section 2: Formation

Lecture 2 Formation and nature of a company

Section 3: Directors

Lecture 3 Director's duties and responsibilities

Section 4: Shareholders

Lecture 4 Shareholder rights and meetings

Section 5: Types of companies

Lecture 5 Private and public limited companies

Section 6: Raising money

Lecture 6 Debt and equity financing

Section 7: Mergers and acquisitions

Lecture 7 The merger and acquisition of companies

Section 8: When the money runs out

Lecture 8 Insolvency

Section 9: How a company is governed

Lecture 9 Corporate governance

Section 10: Taxation of companies

Lecture 10 Introduction to tax

This course is designed for individuals with little to no prior experience in corporate law, making it accessible to anyone regardless of their educational or professional background.,It is ideal for entrepreneurs, business owners, managers, and professionals in finance, accounting, and other related fields who want to learn about the legal foundations of corporate law.,Additionally, this course is also suitable for students who are interested in pursuing a career in business or law, and for anyone who wants to understand the legal framework that governs companies in the UK and other common law jurisdictions.