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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

Understanding of contract and commercial law is essential for running a business in South Africa. The Commercial and Contract Law online course Introduces the legal system of South Africa, as well as provides an overview of contract law and a more in-depth knowledge of the Fair Trading and consumer protection Act. Business law is concerned with the acquisition and sale of products and services, as well as abstract elements such as rights of intellectual property.

Contract law is the legal framework that allows persons and legal organizations to negotiate and exchange property. The Commercial and Contract Law certification by Getsmarter and the University of Cape Town covers the prerequisites for commercial legality as well as the responsibilities and conditions of a contract. The course helps in the development of skills and information required to identify, solve, and propose solutions to contracting problems within commerce.

The Commercial and Contract Law certification syllabus covers the fundamental skills required to prevent wrong decisions and negotiate the best outcomes for the organisation, personal life, or clients. The program teaches students to develop an understanding of the numerous subtleties of negotiating with various sorts of businesses and how to settle contractual issues.

The Highlights

Projects and assessments
Online learning
10-12 hours per week
Course provider Getsmarter
Downloadable resources
Self-paced learning
Shareable certificate
University of Cape Town offering
9 weeks duration
Split option of payment

Programme Offerings

video lectures
online learning
Case Studies
quizzes
Infographics
Live polls
Offline resources
Self-paced learning

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	UCT Cape Town

Commercial and Contract Law Fees Structure

Course	Cost
Commercial and Contract Law	Rs. 70,030

Note: Kindly note that the course fee can vary. Please visit the official website for the latest updates.

Eligibility Criteria

Certification Qualifying Details

To qualify for the Commercial and Contract Law certification from UCT in partnership with course provider Getsmarter, candidates should complete all the requirements listed in the course handbook which includes submission of projects, completion of the assignment, minimum attendance, and participation in the case study, quizzes, and polls. A series of practicals and assignments are used to assess the candidate’s progress. The candidate must meet all the listed requirements to qualify for certification.

What you will learn

Financial knowledgeKnowledge of law

After completing the Commercial and Contract Law online training, Candidates will learn to analyse, evaluate, and construct agreements in the South African corporate environment. Candidates will learn how to supervise all contract business choices and certify their authenticity and obtain a thorough grasp of the Consumer Protection Act in order to guarantee that the organization follows its guidelines and restrictions.

Who it is for

Financial PlannerOperations ManagerProduct ManagerProject ManagerFinancial AdvisorManagement Consultant

Anyone who wants to learn Financial Management should learn techniques that can be applied across a wide range of industries and professions.
Insurance brokers, publishers, business owners, bankers, asset managers, and employment agents who wish to understand the regulatory structures of South African enterprises.
Professionals who wish to extend their knowledge of the law and gain the ability to advise business managers and owners on contractual decisions.

These professionals could also be:

Manager
Entrepreneur
Operations Manager
Product Manager
Project Manager
Financial Advisor
Financial Planner

Admission Details

The admission process of Commercial and Contract Law is online and very easy, candidates will have to follow the steps outlined below:

Open the official getsmarter course page.
Proceed to the registration process by clicking the ‘Register Now’ button
Agree with the provider’s terms and condition and apply coupon code
Create a profile on the getsmarter education platform by filling in details
Provide the billing address and optional sponsor details
Pay the program cost and start using preferred payment options and start online training.

Application Details

Candidates who wish to apply for the Commercial and Contract Law certification course must fill in their personal details (First and last name, email id) and create a new password for their profile. Then they can proceed to the billing.

The Syllabus

UCT Cape Town Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What are the 3 elements of a contract?

Offer, Acceptance, and Consideration are the 3 elements of a contract.

2: What are the 4 types of contract?

Lump-sum, cost plus, unit price, and material contract are the 4 types of contract.

3: What is a valid contract?

In a valid contract, 2 or more parties involved in the deal are legally required to fulfill their contractual responsibilities or commitments.

4: What does commercial law involve?

Commercial law deals with legal issues that might arise in managing a business and performing economic activities.

5: What are the 4 types of law?

The four types of law include contract law, criminal law, property law, and tort law.

6: How long would it take me to complete the Commercial and Contract Law online course?

The course will take 9 weeks to complete. The candidate will have to dedicate 10 - 12 hours per week to the program.

7: What is the mode of teaching for the Commercial and Contract Law training course?

The course is taught via online mode. There will be online instructional material, peer learning, experienced facilitators who can resolve doubts during weekly class-wide forums, small group discussions, live polls, video lectures, quizzes, infographics, projects, and real-world case studies.