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Programme: Unit Number: Unit Title: Unit Code: Credit Value: QCF Level:
BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business 05 Aspects of Contract and Negligence for Business Y/601/0563 15 4
Writer of the brief: Internal Verifier name:
Mr Alfred Dr. Keith
Learning outcomes and criteria covered by this assignment: All pass criteria All merit descriptors All distinction descriptors
Key dates: Assignment distribution date to learners: Assignment/Portfolio submission date for TASK 1 & 2: Assignment/Portfolio submission date for TASK 3 & 4: Assignment/Portfolio returns date to learners (if applicable): 13 May 2013 19 June 2013 31 July 2013 10 September 2013
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Introduction The aim of this unit is to provide learners with an understanding of aspects of the law of contract and tort and the skill to apply them, particularly in business situations. The unit introduces the law of contract, with a particular emphasis on the formation and operation of business contracts. Learners are encouraged to explore the content of these agreements and then develop skills relating to the practical application of business contracts, including offer, acceptance, intention, consideration and capacity. Relevant case law examples will be covered. Learners will consider when liability in contract arises, the nature of the obligations on both sides of the contract, and the availability of remedies when a contract is not fulfilled in accordance with its terms. Edexcel Grading Criteria This assignment/portfolio will be assessed according to the following grading criteria: To attain a ‗PASS‘ grade, learners need to achieve all the ‗PASS‘ criteria. To attain a ‗MERIT‘ grade, learners need to achieve all the ‗MERIT‘ criteria, along with all the
Programme: Unit Number: Unit Title: Unit Code: Credit Value: QCF Level:
BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business 05 Aspects of Contract and Negligence for Business Y/601/0563 15 4
Writer of the brief: Internal Verifier name:
Mr Alfred Dr. Keith
Learning outcomes and criteria covered by this assignment: All pass criteria All merit descriptors All distinction descriptors
Key dates: Assignment distribution date to learners: Assignment/Portfolio submission date for TASK 1 & 2: Assignment/Portfolio submission date for TASK 3 & 4: Assignment/Portfolio returns date to learners (if applicable): 13 May 2013 19 June 2013 31 July 2013 10 September 2013
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BTEC HND in Business/ Aspects of Contract and Negligence for Business/May 2013
Introduction The aim of this unit is to provide learners with an understanding of aspects of the law of contract and tort and the skill to apply them, particularly in business situations. The unit introduces the law of contract, with a particular emphasis on the formation and operation of business contracts. Learners are encouraged to explore the content of these agreements and then develop skills relating to the practical application of business contracts, including offer, acceptance, intention, consideration and capacity. Relevant case law examples will be covered. Learners will consider when liability in contract arises, the nature of the obligations on both sides of the contract, and the availability of remedies when a contract is not fulfilled in accordance with its terms. Edexcel Grading Criteria This assignment/portfolio will be assessed according to the following grading criteria: To attain a ‗PASS‘ grade, learners need to achieve all the ‗PASS‘ criteria. To attain a ‗MERIT‘ grade, learners need to achieve all the ‗MERIT‘ criteria, along with all the