94529 - Corporate Law

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course unit, students: - possess an in-depth knowledge about banking and financial regulation mechanisms established at the supranational level, including EU law supervisory tools and their impact on national legal orders and relevant governance mechanisms; - can compare existing models operating at the European level with those operating in the United States and emerging countries; - are capable to apply the knowledge gained so as to understand the behaviour of key players, also in the light of the political and economic context.

Course contents

Specific learning outcomes. At the end of the course, students: - understand the structure and function of corporate law; - possess an in-depth knowledge of the principles applicable to twelve fundamental areas of corporate law; - understand differences between corporate laws of three jurisdictions; - are familiar with corporate law practice through case analysis.

Course contents. The course provides detailed knowledge of twelve major areas of corporate law, including references to comparative and European aspects.

The course covers the following topics:

1. introduction to corporate law;

2. corporate forms and incorporation;

3. separate legal personality;

4. limited shareholder liability;

5. shares and shareholders' rights;

6. the general meeting;

7. the board of directors;

8. directors' duties;

9. legal capital;

10. corporate groups;

11. mergers;

12. takeovers.

Readings/Bibliography

Slides, textbooks, statutory excerpts and cases are available through virtuale.unibo.it. Please check the news and the useful contents sections for regular updates on uploads.

Teaching methods

Lectures are held by Professor Riccardo Ghetti. Student interaction is encouraged.

Assessment methods

Written multiple choice online exam and oral exam. Optional case presentations will count towards the final grade.

Teaching tools

Students who need compensatory measures or other dispensative tools due to disability or Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) should notice the Professor as soon as possible.

Office hours

See the website of Riccardo Ghetti