This course aims to provide candidates with an understanding of competition law. Australia's competition law is predominantly reflected in Part IIIA and Part IV of the Trade Practices Act 1974. It has its foundation in the jurisprudence of other jurisdictions, particularly the United States. Therefore while the course examines the Australian law, it also draws on important decisions of the courts of the United States and other jurisdictions. The course covers the following topics: development of competition law; policy objectives of competition law; economic foundation of competition policy, economic models and concepts; collusive arrangements including price fixing and primary boycotts; monopolisation; access and utility regulation; vertical arrangements including exclusive dealing and resale price maintenance; mergers; protection from the competition law including exemptions, authorisation and notification.