Online Course by FutureLearn: Business Law and the Fashion Industry

Future Learn Platform is offering a free online course on the theme of “Business Law and the Fashion Industry”.

Regardless of size and structure, every company in the fashion supply chain needs professionals to know the laws and regulations that affect their businesses.

On this two-week course from Bloomsbury Academic, you’ll learn about business law within the fashion industry, from licensing intellectual property (IP) to the numerous legal requirements of fashion companies.

Taking into account the differences in legal systems across the world is vital when researching the legal and tax implications of business entities.

You’ll start by exploring the different types of business within the fashion industry, the advantages and disadvantages of each, and how a fashion business is started from a legal standpoint.

This course is intended for:

This course is designed for anyone interested in starting, running, or growing a business. It will be especially useful for those looking to better understand the legal side of the fashion industry.

Course duration:

2 hours per week for 2 weeks.

Course topics:

• Business entities in the fashion industry
• Legal aspects of fashion businesses

Course objectives:

By the end of this course learners will be able to:

1. Describe characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages of business entities including sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, and limited liability company as they relate to the fashion industry
2. Explain entrepreneurship in the fashion industry and the terminology related to expansion and diversification of business entities in the fashion industry
3. Explain the applications of laws designed to protect fashion innovations and designs
4. Describe the legal aspects of licensing intellectual property in the fashion industry
5. Explain the legal requirements of fashion companies concerning fair competition, environmental practices, consumer protection, employment practices, and supply chain transparency
6. Identify laws and regulations related to international expansion and trade

Course costs:

This is a premium course. These courses are designed for professionals from specific industries looking to learn with a smaller group of like-minded individuals. For $79 you get:

• Unlimited access to this course
• Includes any articles, videos, peer reviews and quizzes
• Certificate of Achievement to prove your success when you're eligible
• Download and print your Certificate of Achievement anytime

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