Bac+1 - Legal Sciences

This legal studies course provides an understanding of the foundations of law in a professional context. It emphasizes the legal aspects related to the business world, equipping students with the tools to navigate a complex legal framework, both national and international.

Introduction to Law:

• Legal systems: Study of the different legal systems (civil law, common law, customary law) and their implications on commercial activities.
• Sources of law: Laws, regulations, case law, international conventions, and how they affect business management.

Business Law:

• Contract Law: The basic principles for drafting, negotiating, and executing commercial contracts, including specific clauses (guarantees, liability, termination).
• Company law: Analysis of the different forms of companies (SARL, SAS, SA) and their legal implications in terms of management, liability of directors, and corporate governance.

Labor law:

• Legal framework of employment: The obligations of employers and the rights of employees, with a focus on employment contracts, collective bargaining, and the management of social conflicts.
• Social regulations: Study of laws on social protection, occupational safety, and human resource management within the legal framework.

International and European Business Law:

• International trade: Regulation of international trade, trade treaties (WTO, EU), and customs law.
• Arbitration and dispute resolution: Methods of settling international disputes, such as commercial arbitration and mediation, as well as the competent jurisdictions.

Tax law:

• Corporate taxation: Study of the main taxes and duties affecting businesses (VAT, corporate tax, international taxation) and tax optimization strategies in compliance with the legislation.

Intellectual property rights:

• Patents, trademarks, and copyrights: Protecting innovation and creation within companies, particularly through the management of intellectual property rights.
• Unfair competition and antitrust: Regulations to protect fair competition and prevent anti-competitive practices.