MGMT X 497.614 - Legal Compliance and Negotiating Skills

Course Description

The first part of the course focuses on preferred legal structures for a small business as well as a survey of all available business structures key federal, state (particularly California), and local regulations; liability protection provided by "must have" insurance policies; risk mitigation; and basics of contract law. The second part of the course aims at increasing students negotiating skills with initial self-assessment, role playing, and case studies. Students role play on specific small business related cases with self and instructor critiques. Communication skill building, effective presenting, and stakeholder messaging receive priority attention.

Course Outline

For small business owners, it is vital to understand the legal landscape and have negotiating skills. This course will overview the key legal regulations, and build your skills in the art of negotiation.

Notes

Contact:
Eddie Fisher
(310) 825-2012
efisher@unex.ucla.edu

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

General Business Studies : Electives - Business Management
General Business Studies with Concentration in Accounting : Electives - Business Management
General Business Studies with Concentration in Entrepreneurship : Entrepreneurship Requirement, Electives - Business Management
General Business Studies with Concentration in Finance : Electives - Business Management
General Business Studies with Concentration in International Trade and Commerce : Electives - Business Management
General Business Studies with Concentration in Leadership : Electives - Business Management
General Business Studies with Concentration in Marketing : Electives - Business Management
General Business Studies with Concentration in Real Estate : Electives - Business Management
Small Business Management and Technology : Required Courses
Study Abroad at UCLA Program : Required