INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY FOR MANAGEMENT

This course is an intensive introduction to the law of intellectual property, with an emphasis on patent law. The course also focuses on copyrights, provides a brief look at trademarks and trade secrets, presents comparisons of what can and cannot be protected, and what rights the owner does and does not obtain. Issues relating to information technology, biogenetic materials, and business methods are highlighted.

This course is an introduction to what intellectual property law entails and how its legal framework operates. You will learn to differentiate between the various types of intellectual property law that apply to international businesses, especially trademarks, copyrights, and patents. We will identify key issues businesses face in selected areas of intellectual property and consider their legal ramifications. In addition, we will explore the history and institutions of some of the world's dominant legal systems in regard to intellectual property.

Punctuality, active participation in class discussions, and an intermediate level of English proficiency required.