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What is Ryan Koo's current role?
What is Ryan Koo's current role?
Counsel at the Department of Justice
Which university did Ryan Koo attend for his Juris Doctor (J.D.)?
Which university did Ryan Koo attend for his Juris Doctor (J.D.)?
University of Ottawa
What degrees did Ryan Koo obtain from Carleton University?
What degrees did Ryan Koo obtain from Carleton University?
Master of Arts (M.A.) in International Affairs
In what year did Ryan Koo complete his Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm.)?
In what year did Ryan Koo complete his Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm.)?
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Which of the following projects has Ryan Koo worked on? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following projects has Ryan Koo worked on? (Select all that apply)
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Ryan Koo supports students with a 24-hour email policy.
Ryan Koo supports students with a 24-hour email policy.
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What percentage of the evaluation is based on participation?
What percentage of the evaluation is based on participation?
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What is the date of the in-class midterm exam?
What is the date of the in-class midterm exam?
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How many short-answer questions will the midterm and final exams consist of?
How many short-answer questions will the midterm and final exams consist of?
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The written assignment is due on ______.
The written assignment is due on ______.
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Students are encouraged to commit plagiarism or cheating.
Students are encouraged to commit plagiarism or cheating.
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Study Notes
Instructor Information
- Instructor: Ryan Koo
- Email: [email protected]
Instructor Background
- Currently counsel at the Department of Justice in Canada's Department of Finance
- Prior experience at Global Affairs Canada and on Parliament Hill
Educational Background
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Ottawa
- M.A. in International Affairs from Carleton University
- B.Comm. from the University of Toronto
Course Focus
- Provides legal and strategic policy advice on financial and commercial transactions
- Expertise in financial institutions and financial regulatory reforms
- Provides legal support on high-profile litigation with fiscal implications
Teaching Philosophy
- Practical approach emphasizing hands-on learning and real-world application
- Bridges theory and practice through real-life examples and case studies
- Encourages student participation through discussions and tests
Instructor Commitments
- 48-hour email response policy
- Upload PPT lecture slides
- Hold Q&A sessions before midterm and final exams
- Fair and reasonable expectations
- Challenges students to develop
Student Expectations
- Attend class prepared to answer questions and participate in discussions
- Abstain from plagiarism and cheating
- Show respect to classmates
Evaluation Breakdown
- Participation: 10%
- Midterm exam: 35%
- Written assignment: 20%
- Final exam: 35%
Exam Format
- Midterm and final exams consist of 10 short-answer questions (5 marks each) and a fact-pattern question (25 marks).
- Students have two options:
- Option A: Answer all short-answer questions, omitting the fact-pattern question.
- Option B: Answer 5 short-answer questions and complete the fact-pattern question.
Volunteer Notetakers
- Notetakers are needed for each lecture, notes must be uploaded within 72 hours.
- Notetakers can type directly on their computers or scan handwritten notes.
- Sign up on the PMC Volunteer Notetaking Portal: https://ventus.carleton.ca/notetaker/
- For assistance, contact: [email protected]
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Description
This quiz focuses on the intersection of law and finance, highlighting the importance of legal advice in financial and commercial transactions. You'll explore key concepts related to financial institutions, regulatory reforms, and litigation involving fiscal implications, all anchored in practical real-world applications.
