APTPUO - Fall 2026 - ADM3360A - Business Law

University of Ottawa•Ottawa, ON

14h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a foundation course in law that aims to introduce the student to the fundamental concepts of the common law. It comprises a study of the Canadian legal system, principles of statutory interpretation, the role of precedent in judicial decisions, the basic elements of contract law, negligence and product liability, and certain important concepts in property law such as land tenure, mortgages, landlords and tenant and personal property. The course is taught in English and has an expected enrollment of 80 students. The teaching mode will be delivered in person, but may change due to health measures or other reasons. The academic year runs from September 1 to August 31.

Requirements

MBA or Master's degree (PhD preferred) in the area of business law.
Demonstrate recent professional experience in the area of the course.
Teaching experience, preferably in the area of business law.
Successfully complete all mandatory legislated training.
Ability to teach in English.
Passive competence in a second language.

Nice To Haves

PhD in business law.
An acceptable level of education and/or experience could be viewed as being equivalent to the educational required and/or demonstrated experience.

Responsibilities

Teach the Business Law course (ADM3360A) during the 2026 Fall Semester.
Introduce students to fundamental concepts of common law, including the Canadian legal system, statutory interpretation, judicial precedent, contract law, negligence, product liability, and property law.
Deliver instruction in person.
Potentially adapt teaching methods due to health measures or other reasons.
Complete all mandatory legislated training as required by provincial law.