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Introduction

Students will be given an overview of Japanese trade laws to familiarise them with Japanese investment environment and related laws. The course will look critically at topics such as the environment of business, foreign exchange laws, company structures, technology, capital and taxation.

The course begins with a brief overview of the background information for the study of Japanese law and legal system in the context of business/trade in/with Japan. The unit also introduces students to the way business is conducted in Japan and the role of law and lawyers in business relations.

The course then goes on to consider some main areas of law relevant to trade and commerce in/with Japan, including laws relating to setting up a new foreign business in Japan and conducting business in Japan.

At the end of the course, students will develop a basic understanding about:

• Japanese business practices, such as business etiquette;
• The history, origins and current structure of the Japanese legal system;
• The role of the law in Japan;
• Some main areas of Japanese law relevant to the conduct of business in and/or with Japan.

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Required and Recommended Texts and/or Materials

1. Reading Materials: There are required and recommended reading materials for each week. Details are listed in the Study Guide of the unit.

 

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Assessment Guidelines

 

 

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Teaching Staff

Course Convenor and Lecturer
Dr Kay-Wah Chan
Office: W3A 426
Telephone: (02) 9850 7088
Email: kaywah.chan@law.mq.edu.au

 

 

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