The University of Doha for Science & Technology

College of Business
Course Syllabus- Spring 2024
Course BUSG 2010
Number
Course Name Qatar Business Law
Course Name: Melanie Dunsmore, MBA, CCP, CELTA
Instructor
E-mail: melanie.dunsmore@udst.edu.qa
Office: 11.2.34
Phone: 4495-2379
Office Hours:
 Sundays 2-4pm
 Tuesdays 2-4pm
 Thursdays 2-3pm
Note: These hours are subject to change.
Specific Course Course Description
Information
This course will introduce students to the legal system in Qatar. Students will explore legislation
related to: the oil and gas industry; establishing a company in Qatar; contract law, securities, data
protection, privacy and communications law in Qatar; labour laws, residency and hiring foreign
workers; tort laws; international laws; and current topics in the law relevant to Qatar. Through
application of the lecture materials and the legislation itself, students will resolve various business-
related scenarios that require the use of Qatar law in the problem-solving process.
Prerequisites None Co-requisites None
The course is (Required by the College)

Course Section 5 & 7

Schedule &
Section 5 Section 7
Location
 Sundays 12-2pm  Sundays 4-6pm
 Tuesdays 12-2pm  Tuesdays 4-6pm
 Thursday 12-2pm  Thursday 4-6pm

Credit/Contact Credit Hours: 3

Hours Contact hours:
Lecture: 2 Lab: 3
Textbook No Text Book

Additional Reading Material

Materials
Qatar Constitution
https://www.almeezan.qa/LawPage.aspx?id=2284&language=en

Arab Charter on Human Rights https://www.nhrc-qa.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Arab-

Charter.pdf
Qatar National Human Rights Committee https://nhrc-qa.org/en/
AlMeezan https://www.almeezan.qa/Default.aspx?language=en
(2018). QFC law No. (2) of year 2009: On amending some rules of the Qatar financial center
law issued law No. (7) of 2005. Qatar Financial Centre. Retrieved from
http://www.complinet.com/net_file_store/new_rulebooks/q/f/QFC_Law_No2_of_2009.pdf
(2018). QFC law no. (7) of year 2005: Employment regulations. Qatar Financial Centre.
Retrieved from http://www.complinet.com/qfcra/display/display.html?
rbid=1557&element_id=4323 Qatar hukoomi. (2018). Retrieved from

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 http://portal.www.gov.qa/wps/portal.
Qatar: Ministry of administrative development, labour, and social affairs. (2018). Retrieved
from http://www.adlsa.gov.qa/ar.
(2018). Civil human resources law no. 15 of 2016. Qatar: Ministry of Administrative
Development, Labour, and Social Affairs. Retrieved from
http://portal.www.gov.qa/wps/portal/topics/Employment+and+Workplace/civilhumanresou
rceslaw
(2018). Labour Law No. 14 of 2004 on the promulgation of labour law. Qatar: Ministry of
Administrative Development, Labour, and Social Affairs. Retrieved from
http://www.almeezan.qa/LawView.aspx?opt&LawID=3961&language=en
Course Goals Course Learning Outcomes (CLO’s)
CLO1 Understand the legal system in Qatar and
sources of local law
CLO2 Explain business ownership possibilities,
Qatar securities legislation, and the oil
and gas regulations for Qatar
organizations
CLO3 Identify Qatar labour laws for both
Qatari and foreign nationals and
implications on business in Qatar;
CLO4 Apply contract law, tort law, and
international laws and the
implementation to common business
scenarios;
CLO5 Explain the legislation regarding
intellectual property, data protection, and
privacy, including current legal trends in
implementation and compliance to local
laws.
Major Topics
Topic 1 The Legal System in Qatar
Topic 2 Commercial Companies Law, Oil and
Gas Industry and Law and Securities
Regulations
Topic 3 Qatar Labour Laws and Foreign
Nationals Regulations
Topic 4 Contract Law, Tort Law, and
International Laws
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Course Sub-Learning Outcomes
(CSLOs) (optional)
1.1 Describe the sources of local
law
1.2 Discuss the functions of the legal
system
2.1 Discuss for an understanding of
commercial companies’ agency,
and other ownership types
2.2 Identify the key elements of the
securities industry in Qatar
2.3 Describe the oil and gas
industry requirements and
regulations
3.1 Explain the labour laws in
Qatar
3.2 Identify the legislation for foreign
nationals and their employment in
Qatar
4.1 Understand the impact of
contract law on the business
operations
4.2 Explain tort law
implementation and implications
4.3 Discuss the standards for
international laws and the
requirements for local operations in
Qatar
5.1 Understand the legal
implications of intellectual
property
5.2 Describe data protection
5.3 Identify privacy legislation
5.4 Discuss current legal trends
Hours
10
15
10
15
 Topic 5 Intellectual Property, Data Protection, 25
Privacy, Current Trends

Total Hours 75

Course Weighting (Fall/Winter) Course Weighting (Spring)

(Optional) (Optional)
Assessment Weight Assessment Weight
Quizzes 30% Quizzes 30%
Assignments 20% Assignments 20%
Midterm 0 Midterm 0
Project 20% Project 20%
Final Exam 30% Final Exam 30%

Passing Grade 60%

Student Learning Outcomes: At the end of the program the student should be able to: (Optional)
SLO1: Function effectively as an HRM business professional, ethically and systematically practicing and evaluating human
resource theory, practices and policies within the enterprise
SLO2: Make use of appropriate business administration, communication and transferable skills to efficiently manage work tasks,
contribute to teamwork, and influence others;
SLO3: Interpret and collect research and data in order to contribute to organizational transformation through the development
and implementation of strategy and the continuous assessment of performance matrices;
SLO4: Prioritize the use of available organizational resources based on an assessment of needs and risks and a justifiable
interpretation of the scale of benefits; and
SLO5: Appraise self and organizational performance and formulate action plans to address development areas.

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 Topics Planner
In class discussions and activities may be presented in class at any time and may or may not be graded.
Due dates for assignments, exams and projects may change based on the course flow.
Announcements will be made in class and on D2L.
Week Topics Assignments & Due Dates
Week 1 Welcome to the course
May 5-9 The Legal System in Qatar
1.1 Describe the sources of local law
1.2 Discuss the functions of the legal system
Week 2 Commercial Companies Law, Oil and Gas Assignment 1
May 12-16 Industry Law and Securities Regulations (10 %)
2.1 Discuss for an understanding of commercial
companies, agency, and other ownership types
2.2 Identify the key elements of the securities
industry in Qatar
2.3 Describe the oil and gas industry requirements
and regulations
Week 3 Qatar Labour Laws and Foreign Nationals Quiz 1
May 19-23 Regulations (15%)
3.1 Explain the labour laws in Qatar
3.2 Identify the legislation for foreign nationals and
their employment in Qatar
Week 4 Contract Law, Tort Law, and International Assignment 2
May 26-30 Laws (10%)
4.1 Understand the impact of contract law on the
business operations
4.2 Explain tort law implementation and
implications
4.3 Discuss the standards for international laws and
the requirements for local operations in Qatar
Week 5 Intellectual Property, Data Protection, Privacy, Quiz 2
June 2-6 Current Trends (15) %
5.1 Understand the legal implications of intellectual
property
5.2 Describe data protection
5.3 Identify privacy legislation
5.4 Discuss current legal trends
Week 6 Catch-up
June 9-13 Project Work Day
Eid No Classes
Week 8 Research Reports and Presentations Research Report and Presentations
June 23-27 20%
Week 9 Final Exams Week Final Exam
June 28-July 3 (30%)

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 Resources & Policies

Resources

Academic Help Centers: Help Centre's are available online and have a physical location on campus.
https://www.udst.edu.qa/life-udst/student-success-and-counselling/academic-help-centers

Student Success and Counselling: Student Success and Counselling (SSC) provides free, supportive, and
confidential counselling services to all registered UDST students.
https://www.udst.edu.qa/life-udst/student-success-and-counselling/counselling-services

Library Resources: Students and faculty come to the Library and Learning Commons to use computers,
individual and group study rooms, study carrels, and more
https://www.udst.edu.qa/life-udst/library

Policies
For information relevant to university policies, please use the links below or visit https://mycnaq.cna-
qatar.edu.qa/departments/Research/Pages/Policies.aspx

Student Conduct Policy

Student Attendance Policy
Student Appeals Policy
Academic Standing Policy
Final Grade Policy

Guidelines for Students Missing Assessments

Missed Assessments
A student who misses an assessment must email their instructor and request to apply the
missed assessment guideline. The guideline can be applied only once per course per
semester for either a major or a minor assessment.

Students that miss a major assessment (Definition: Assessment Value is 10% or greater):

 The grade for the assessment will be the grade the student receives on their Final Exam
assessment.

Students that miss a minor assessment (Definition: Assessment Value is less than 10%)

 Value of assessment will be transferred to another minor assessment chosen by the

Instructor.

Instructors reserve the right to conduct interviews (additional verbal assessments)

with any student to clarify the details or authenticity of submitted student work.

The outcome of a verbal assessment may result in a change in the grade for that
assignment.

Classroom Guidelines:
 Ensure that mobile phones are turned off and are out of sight during class.
 If you are expecting a call due to some family situation or other emergency, please inform me before
class.
 If you have an appointment requiring you to either be tardy (late) to class, or should you need to leave
class early, please inform me before the beginning of class.
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  Students who engage in distracting or disruptive behaviour will be asked to leave the room and/or written
up.
 Late assignments/discussion posts will not be accepted.

Academic Support and Learner Services

 Library
The collection includes a comprehensive selection of online and print books, international and local
newspapers, magazines, academic journals, specialized online databases. Individual and group study rooms
with flat screen monitors, student computers and tablets are available. The Library provides general and
specialized tours, workshops, and one-on-one sessions for staff, faculty and students. Staff, faculty and
students can chat online with our staff to receive help as well as book appointments with librarians for
information searching assistance. Located in Building 14.

 Learning Commons
The Learning Commons provides open and closed group study space, student computers, and research and
reading library collection. Visit the Innovation Space and Digital Media Centre in the Learning Commons to
spark your creativity. Services in the Learning Commons include help in the areas of communication skills,
IELTS preparation, as well as career support. Located in Building 3 Career Counselling and Resource
Centre (CCRC) The Career Counselling and Resource Centre aims to assist students with their career
planning process. It holds a wide array of career resource materials, including computer interactive career
education programs. Located in the Learning Commons, Building 3

 IT Help Desk
The Student IT Help Desk is an extension of the IT Operations department with support available to assist
students with questions they have about their password, e-mail and connecting to Wi-Fi. Located in the
Learning Commons, Building 3

 Innovation Space and Digital Media Centre

The Innovation Space and Digital Media Centre provides a space for students to work on video, audio, and
photo projects with specialized software, cameras, green screen, and other digital equipment. Located in the
Learning Commons, Building 3

 Advanced Writing Centre

The Advanced Writing Centre assists all program students at UDST with any of their writing needs. Make an
appointment or drop in. Located in the Learning Commons, Building 3

 English Help Centre

The English Help Centre assists students with their English studies by providing extra help for those who
need it. Students can have their English level reviewed and a learning plan developed. Also students can get
help with their English courses, as well as, help to improve their test taking skills. We can also help prepare
students to write the IELTS Exam and the UDST English Placement Test. The sessions offered will help
familiarize students with the format of the exam and how each skill is tested. Students can improve their test
taking skills and write a practice exam under simulated test conditions. Make an appointment or drop in.
Located in the Learning Commons, Building 3.

 Math and Science Help Centre

The Math and Science Help Centre provides additional help or study space for individual students, as well as
group learning, in Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. All students are welcome: drop in and bring
your notes. Located in Building 5, Room 5.1.13.
For more information, please refer to the 2023-2024 academic calendar.

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Notables:

Plagiarism:
Plagiarism or other misuse of another's work is not allowed (including that generated by AI sources).
Penalty may lead up to and include dismissal from UDST.
 Your work must be your own and not be copied. All sources must be referenced using the APA
citation style. Any incidents of cheating or plagiarism will be dealt with through the UDST’s
disciplinary policies.
 Students will be given zero (0%) for handing in work that is not their own—this applies to both the
person who cheated and the person who supplied the work. They will also be reported for
Academic Dishonesty. Refer to the Student Code of Discipline.
 The instructor will use Turnitin on all assignments. Any assignment with more than 10%
“similarity” and is not properly referenced will receive a mark of zero (0%).
Please properly cite the use of AI, and include any AI prompts that you use during the course of an assessment.

Please be aware that AI assistants are still susceptible to “hallucinations” and are there to answer all of your
questions – even if incorrectly answered. You MUST include a reliable resource as a back-up to information they
provide you.

Attendance:
Class attendance will be taken regularly and monthly attendance reports are maintained by the Registrar’s
office.
 Attendance Warning letters are submitted for frequent non-attendance and repeated warnings may lead up
to and include dismissal from UDST.
 Remember, any absence that is not excused under the current UDST policy counts towards the 15%
attendance allowance in the course. If you reach greater than 15%, you will not be allowed to sit the final
exam, and will have an attendance fail grade appear on your transcript.
Medical Notes:
Students absent for medical reasons must provide documentation to the Registrar’s office upon returning to
class. Please be aware that an absence of four or more days needs to be approved by the Dean, College of
Business.

Students are responsible for missed course materials and are asked to consult with course instructors upon
return to class.

University Email:
Please check your university email regularly for notices.

Important Dates
May 9th - Last day to add a class
May 23rd – Last day for dropping classes without academic penalty
June 16-20th – Eid Al-Adha
June 27th – Last day of classes for the Spring 2024 semester
June 28th – July 3rd – Final exams

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