FEU CURRICULUM/PROGRAM

FEU CURRICULUM/PROGRAM

B.S.C. LEGAL MANAGEMENTThis is a 4-year course that offers the best preparatory degree program for law school, exposing early its students to various subjects in the legal profession. Students are trained to become legal practitioners, political analysts and human resource professionals or managers through activities incorporated in the curriculum. More importantly, students are exposed to case analysis, courtroom and government office tours for actual legal practice, moot courtroom activities inside the classroom and sponsored seminars and interviews with experienced legal practitioners to ensure quality legal management education in preparation for paralegal work. Graduates of this program have a high admission rate in the top law schools.SAN BEDA COLLEGE

DEPARTMENT OF LEGAL MANAGEMENT The Department of Legal Management envisions itself to be at the forefront of contributing to legal education in the Philippines and the Asia-Pacific region by training Bedan Legal Management Majors to be holistic professionals fully human, wholly Christian, and truly Filipino who are ready to respond to the challenges of a global business-legal environment.

MISSIONGuided by the Bedan values of Fides (Faith), Scientia (Knowledge), and Virtus (Virtue), the Department aims to realize its vision by providing Bedan Legal Management Majors with a learning environment that espouses the Benedictine core values of ora et labora, community, and the pursuit of peace; and a curriculum that bridges two professions: a career in business with a strong legal background.

GENERAL OBJECTIVE The Program aims to produce competent graduates who are

well-versed in the basic principles and processes governing the Philippine legal system and the intricacies of law as applied to business;

possessed with practical knowledge of basic management principles;

adept in research, problem solving, and analysis; and

prepared to face the demands of law school, and ultimately, those of the legal profession.

The Program also aims to develop the following qualities in all Legal Management graduates:

appreciation of ones uniqueness which translates into empathy and respect for others;

honesty, fairness and professional competence;

creativity, developed analytical skills, independent-mindedness and self-expression;

open-mindedness and willingness to learn new things for constant self-improvement;

commitment to excellence;

social responsibility, nationalism and global consciousness; and

commitment to serve, lead, teach and be witnesses of Christ and the Catholic faith.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVESBedan graduates of Bachelor of Science in Legal Management will possess the following competencies:

strong analytical and decision-making skills;

sound legal writing and oral communication skills;

proficiency in legal and factual research;

ability to prepare basic legal documents; and

ability to apply knowledge of management and organizational skills in the legal setting.

The Department of Legal Management is committed to

providing students with an understanding and appreciation of how the legal system works;

providing a Benedictine education with emphasis on research, writing, technology literacy, and professionalism;

evaluating curriculum and services on a regular basis and incorporate changes identified through that process; and

engaging professors with outstanding practical experience and communication skills. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN LEGAL MANAGEMENT

(Effective with Freshmen, AY 2003-2004)

Semestral Subject Offerings

First Semester

FIRST YEAR

Units

ICT01

ENG01

FIL01

ERTSC

PSYCH

PHL01

MTH01

THED1

PEPBA

HKD01

NSTP1TOTALInformation and Communication Technology Concepts

Basic English Language Competency

Kasanayan sa Pakikipagtalastasan

Earth Science and the Environment

General Psychology

Critical Thinking

College Algebra

Introduction to Theology and Biblical Studies

Bedan Awareness and Personality Development Program

Physical Fitness Test/Gymnastics/Aerobics

National Service Training Program I3

3

3

3

3

3

3

(3)

(1)

(2)

(3)21

Second Semester

LMG01

ENG02

FIL02

BIOSC

SOCAN

IBE01

ICT2L

THED2

HRSOP

HKD02

NSTP2TOTALLaw on Persons and Family Relations

Business Communication (Pre: ENG01)

Pagsulat sa Ibat Ibang Disiplina (Pre: FIL01)

Biological Science

Sociology-Anthropology in the Philippine Business Environment

Principles of Management

Computer Graphics and Presentation Software (Pre: ICT01)

New Testament (Pre: THED1)

Human Relations and Social Orientation Program

Rhythmic Activities, Lead Up Games (Pre: HKD01)

National Service Training Program II

3

3

3

3

3

3

(3)

(1)

(2)

(3)21

First SemesterSECOND YEAR

LMG02

LMG03

FIL03

ENG03

ACC1A

IBE02

MKC01

THED3

HKD03TOTALLegal Writing and Research (Pre: LMG01)

Law on Obligations and Contracts (Pre: LMG01)

Panitikang Pilipino (Pre: FIL01)

Speech Communication (Pre: ENG01)

Fundamentals of Accounting, Part I

Human Behavior in Business

Organizations (Pre: IBE01)

Principles of Marketing

Church, Sacraments, and Family Life (Pre: THED02)

Individual/Dual Sports (Pre: HKD01)3

3

3

3

3

3

3

(3)

(2)21

Second Semester

LMG04

LMG06

HIS01

ACC1B

MKC18

ECO01

MTH02

THED4

HKD04TOTALLaw on Sales, Bailments and Credit Transactions (Pre: LMG03)

Constitutional Law (Pre: LMG03)

Philippine History and Culture

Fundamentals of Accounting, Part II (Pre: ACC1A)

Marketing Management (Pre: MKC01)

Fundamentals of Economics

Mathematics of Investment (Pre: MTH01)

Contemporary Moral Theology (Pre: THED3)

Team Sports (Pre: HKD01)3

3

3

3

3

3

3

(3)

(2)21

First SemesterTHIRD YEAR

LMG05

LMG07

ACC2A

IBE05

MGTL1

ENG08

ASTAT

THED5TOTALLaw on Negotiable Instruments (Pre: LMG03)Criminal Law (Pre: LMG06)

Partnership and Corporation Accounting (Pre: ACC1B)

Business Finance and the Philippine Financial Systems (Pre: IBE01)

Compensation Management (Pre: IBE01)

Expository Writing (Pre: ENG01)

Applied Statistics (Pre: MTH01)

Lay Apostolate (Pre: THED4)3

3

3

3

3

3

3

(3)21

Second Semester

LMG08

LMG09

LMG11

IBE03

ECO28

ACC4C

MTH04

ENG06

BENE1TOTALBanking and Insurance Laws (Pre: LMG03)

Business Organizations I (Agency and Partnerships) (Pre: LMG03)

Labor Laws (Pre: LMG05)

Human Resource Development (Pre: IBE01)

Fiscal Studies (Pre: ECO02)

Management Accounting (Pre: ACC2A)

Quantitative Techniques in Business (Pre: MTH01)

Argumentation and Debate (Pre: ENG03)

St. Benedict and the Holy Rule3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

(1)21

Summer

LMG12Legal Practicum (Pre: LMG11)3

First SemesterFourth Year

LMG10

LMG13

LMG15

LIT01

ENG04

LANG1

HIS03

ASCIV

BENE2TOTALBusiness Organizations II (Corporations) (Pre: LMG09)

Other Commercial Laws (Pre: LMG09)

Income Taxation (Pre: ACC4A and LMG03)

Philippine Literature (Pre: ENG01)

Research Methods and Applications (Pre: ENG02)

Foreign Language

Rizals Life and Writings

Asian Civilization

Selected Topics on the Rule of St. Benedict3

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

(1)24

Second Semester

LMG14

LMG16

LMG17

LMG18

IBE18

ARTAP

LIT02

MGTL2

POLSCBENE3TOTALOther Civil Laws (Pre: LMG13)Business Taxation (Pre: LMG15)

Business Forms and Procedures (Pre: LMG10)

Business and Legal Ethics

Strategic Management (Pre: IBE01)

Art Appreciation

World Literature

Business Planning (Pre: MKC18 and MGTL1)

Introduction to Political Science with Government

Benedictine Spirituality and the Corporate World2

3

2

3

3

3

3

3

3

(1)25

*ONLY REGULAR FORTH YEAR STUDENTS MAY ENROLL ANY FOURTH YEAR SUBJECT. ANY EXEMPTION SHOULD BE AUTHORIZED BY THE DEPARTMENT CHAIR IN WRITING.UST CURRICULUM

COURSE CURRICULUM

1st Year - 1st Sem

Course CodeUnitsCourse Title

ENG 101A3Communication Skills I

LIT 1013Introduction to Literary Types

ASN 1023Contemporary World Georgraphy

PHL 13Introductory Philosophy

THY 13Salvation History

SCL 1013Society and Culture

LGM 2013Principles of Management

Math 1/Math 1013Mathematics (College Algebra)

1st Year - 2nd Sem

Course CodeUnitsCourse Title

ENG 101 B3Communication Skills II

LIT 1023Filipino Literature in English

HST 101A/ASN 1023History of Civilization

PHL 13Logic

THY 23Church and Sacraments

PGC/PS 53Philippine Government and Constitution/Ang Pamahalaan at Ang Konstitusyon

LGM 12003Introduction to Law

ECO 101A3Basic Economics/College Algebra

2nd Year - 1st Sem

Course CodeUnitsCourse Title

THY 33Moral Theology

ENG 1023Effective Expository Writing

NS 1 (COMM)3Earth Science

MATH 103AB3Mathematics of Finance

PHL 3AB3Rational Psychology

RC3Rizal Course/Rizal's Life and Work

HST 101B3History of Civilization 2

LGM 21003Legal Research, Bibliography and Writing

2nd Year - 2nd Sem

Course CodeUnitsCourse Title

SC 1023Biological Science

MATH 103BES3Basic Statistics

FIL 13Sining ng Pakikipagtalastasan

P. HIST/ HIST 1013Philippine History/Ang Kasaysayan ng Pilipinas

SCL 2013Social Problems and Current Issues

MKTG3Principles of Marketing

COMP 1003Introduction to Computer

ENG 1043Oral Communication Skills

3rd Year - 1st Sem.

Course CodeUnitsCourse Title

SPN 13Elementary Spanish

FIL 23Panitikang Filipino

POL 11023Dynamics of Philippine Politics

LIT 109a3Survey of World Literature

COMP3Computer Application in the Field

BA 23Human Resource Management

LGM 2073Contemporary Legislation

LGM 2043Persons and Family Relations

3rd Year - 2nd Sem.

Course CodeUnitsCourse Title

SPN 23Intermediate Spanish

FIL 33Retorika

LIT 109B3Survey of World Literature 2

RM&P3Research Methods and Proposal Writing

BES 41133Labor Standards

ACCT 16Basic Accounting

APP/HUM3Art Appreciation

4th Year - 1st Sem.

Course CodeUnitsCourse Title

PHL 2/PHL 63Ethics

LGM 41003Social Legislation

LAW 13Obligations and Contracts

BA 123Operation Management

LGM 41033Principles of Finance

THEWR3Thesis Writing

PRAC2Practicum

SCL 9/THY 53Marriage and Family

BES 4217/LGM 42003Labor Relations

4th Year - 2nd Sem.

Course CodeUnitsCourse Title

LRT3Land Reform and Taxation

LGM 42012Sales, Agency and Special Contracts

LAW 3B2Negotiable Instruments

LGM 42043Public Administration

MAN ACCTG.3Managerial Accounting

ECO 42043Managerial Economics

LGM 42073Policy Formulation and Implementation

TD1Thesis Defense

DELA SALLE PROGRAM/CURRICULUM

Commercial Law

Intended to provide employment opportunities and at the same time be an ideal preparation for admission to the College of Law, the Commercial Law Program introduces students to the many facets of Philippine Law, substantive and procedural, with Civil Procedure, Criminal Procedure, Labor and Social Legislation such as fields of concentration, complemented by basic subjects in Business Management designed to equip students with general principles of management and business policies. The program offers students in business as they are to undergo Legal Internship in their last term. In essence, Commercial Law approximates a paralegal academic program.

Bachelor of Science in Commerce major in Legal Management (LMG)

The Commercial Law Department offers an academic degree in Bachelor of Science in Commerce, Major in Legal Management. This degree is a good preparation for the college of law and is, at the same time, intended to provide employment opportunities to the graduates. In addition, the Department offers commercial and tax subjects to accounting, commerce, and liacom students.

Administrative Law (ADMIPRO)3 unitsThis is a major subject for legal management students. It covers the meaning, types, and powers of administrative agencies. Proceedings before administrative bodies as well basic legal doctrines about administrative agencies are studied.Pre-requisite: COMLAW2 / BUSILA2

Business and Income Taxation (BUCOTAX)3 unitsThis is a service subject for commerce students. It includes basic principles of taxation, income and business taxes. Students will have a working knowledge about the computation and application of these taxes.Pre-requisite: COMLAW1 / BUSILA1

Business Taxation (BUSITAX)3 unitsThis is an in-depth study of business taxation offered for accounting majors. Internal revenue taxes involved in the operation of a business or practice of profession, except income tax, are discussed.Pre-requisite: OBLICON

Civil Law and Procedure (CIVIPRO)3 unitsThis is a major subject for legal management student. It includes both the substantive law on civil rights and obligations as well the procedural law for the enforcement of those rights through court action.Pre-requisite: COMLAW2 / BUSILA2

Constitutional Law (CONSLAW)3 unitsThis is a major subject for legal management students. It is a study of the three inherent powers of the state in relation to the rights of individuals in society. Students will be equipped with a working knowledge of the constitution.Pre-requisite: COMLAW2 / BUSILA2

Criminal Law and Procedure (CRIMPRO)3 unitsThis is a major subject for legal management students. Students will have knowledge of the basic principles of criminal law relating to definition of felonies and the circumstances which affect criminal liability. Basic knowledge of criminal procedure and on the rights of the accused are included.Pre-requisite: COMLAW2 / BUSILA2

Income Tax (INCOTAX)3 unitsThis is an in-depth study of income taxation offered to accounting majors. It covers internal revenue taxes which must be paid by a taxpayer who receives income, profits and gain from employment, business or trade.Pre-requisite: OBLICON

Labor Law and Labor Relations (LABOREL)3 unitsThis is a major subject for legal management students. Labor standards, labor relations, and the procedures and administrative machineries in enforcing these laws are areas of study.Pre-requisite: COMLAW2 / BUSILA2

Legal Environment (LEGALEN)3 unitsThis is a subject intended for business management students. The theoretical foundation of the legal system and the various kinds of laws and regulations affecting business are covered. This subject serves as an input in deciding and planning business activity.Pre-requisite: COMLAW1/ BUSILA1

Legal Research and Documentation (PRACUM1)3 unitsThis is a course for legal management students where they are taught basic legal research and documentation. Students are trained in legal writing consisting of a legal memorandum and drafting common legal documents.Pre-requisite: CIVIPRO / CRIMPRO

Negotiable Instruments Law (NEGOTIN)3 unitsThis is a study of the negotiable instruments law by accounting majors. Legal provisions on negotiable instruments are studied. The topic on documents of title is included.Pre-requisite: OBLICON

Negotiable Instruments Law and Related Law (NEGPROC)3 unitsThis is a major subject for legal management students which combines the law on negotiable instruments and the salient provisions of the central bank and general banking laws.Pre-requisite: COMLAW2 / BUSILA2

Obligations and Contracts (COMLAW1/BUSILA1)3 unitsThis is first law subject taken by commerce and liacom students. There are basic concepts and principles of law in general. An extended discussion on the law of obligations and the law on contracts are made.

Partnership and Corporation (COMLAW2 / BUSILA2)3 unitsThis is the second law subject taken by commerce and liacom students. It involves the legal principles governing partnership and private corporation as business organizations.Pre-requisite: Comlaw1/Busila1

Practicum (PRACUM2)3 unitsThis is a practicum course for legal management students. They are placed for a period of 200 hours in selected law firms, business companies, or government agencies for an on-the-job training. At the end of their practicum, they are expected to present and defend a legal research paper.Pre-requisite: Pracum1

Sales, Agency and Bailments (SALESBA)3 unitsThis is a course that is offered to accounting majors where the principles, rights and obligations arising from a sales contract are tackled. Moreover, the various types of bailments used in business are covered. The students in this course are prepared to handle the business law portion of the CPA examination.Pre-requisite: OBLICON