21201519 - CONSUMER LAW: CONSUMER PROTECTION

In line with the educational objectives of the Degree Program in Economics and Business Management (CLEGA), this class focuses on European contract law, specifically regarding its role in shaping markets with a view to consumer and user protection. The course aims to provide students with the skills necessary to be comfortable with a constantly evolving regulatory framework which is crucial for the management of businesses operating in markets characterized by Business-to-Consumer relationships. The Class is structured in two phases: a theoretical phase aimed at illustrating the conceptual foundations of the subject, and a highly practical phase consisting of the analysis and discussion of simulated cases based on real-world experiences.
At the end of the course, students are expected to have acquired the ability to place the complex issues of business management within the European legal framework, which includes rules and constraints aimed at consumer protection. They should be able to interpret continuous systemic changes based on solid conceptual tools and a thorough understanding of the applicable principles.
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Programme

Objective and subjective scope of application. Fundamental consumer rights. Sustainability. Consumer rights in contracts. Unfair terms. Unfair commercial practices. New technologies. Special regulations for regulated sectors. Remedies and forms of protection.

Core Documentation

M. Rabitti, L. Rossi Carleo (Eds.), Diritto dei consumi. Principi e regole del mercato, Giappichelli, Turin, 2024.
Additional teaching materials will be provided to students via the Moodle platform.


Attendance

Attendance is not mandatory but is strongly recommended

Type of evaluation

Assessment will be conducted, for a significant part, during the course, based on the active participation required of students. The final exam consists of an oral exam designed to test knowledge of consumer protection issues, taking into account the use of technical language and the ability to systematically understand the issues covered.