Objectives:
• Understand the concept of intellectual property rights and their significance in modern society
• Familiarize oneself with the different types of intellectual property rights
• Learn about the legal framework governing intellectual property rights
• Develop an understanding of the importance of intellectual property rights in business and commerce
• Understand the role of intellectual property rights in protecting innovation and creativity
Course Content:
• Introduction to Intellectual Property Rights
• Definition and significance of intellectual property rights
• Historical background and evolution of intellectual property rights
• Importance of intellectual property rights in modern society
• Types of Intellectual Property Rights
• Patents
• Trademarks
• Copyrights
• Trade Secrets
• Industrial Designs
• Geographical Indications
• Legal Framework Governing Intellectual Property Rights
• International treaties and conventions
• National laws and regulations
• Court decisions and case law
• Intellectual Property Rights in Business and Commerce
• Role of intellectual property rights in innovation and entrepreneurship
• Strategies for protecting intellectual property rights in business
• Intellectual property rights in international trade and commerce
• Intellectual Property Rights and Innovation
• Importance of intellectual property rights in protecting innovation
• Role of intellectual property rights in promoting innovation
• Challenges and limitations in protecting intellectual property rights
• Intellectual Property Rights and Creativity
• Importance of intellectual property rights in protecting creativity
• Role of intellectual property rights in promoting creativity
• Challenges and limitations in protecting intellectual property rights
METHODOLOGY
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.
DATE:
1ST BATCH: 18th – 21st Feb, 2025
2ND BATCH: 9th – 11th June, 2025
3RD BATCH: 7th – 10th Oct, 2025
25, Queen street, Alagomeji Bus Stop, Yaba, Lagos