INOV802 Intellectual Property Management
Description
The unit is targeted at the intellectual property issues involved in ideas, invention and research where new ideas are created and which need to be protected, licensed, sold or developed into commercial products and services. It also addresses the important elements of managing and strategies associated with the intangible aspects of a company or organisation. The purpose is not to produce intellectual property attorneys or lawyers but does provide a strong basis on which to work with such professionals.
A theme through the course is technology contracts and how these are relevant in intellectual property (IP) issues. The unit includes quite practical advice and understanding from the viewpoint of the inventor/developer of IP. It utilises a range of educational materials including video material, publications, licensing games, case studies, CD-ROM databases, and Internet-based material. The course will include visiting IP and legal professionals.
Assumed knowledge
There is no assumed prior knowledge for this unit
Topics
- The legal system and Intellectual Property
- Patents and confidential information
- Copyright, designs and trade marks
- Introduction to IP management
- IP creation and capture
- IP valuation and markets
- IP licensing and negotiation
- More detailed coverage of license agreements
- IP management within strategic business development
- Risk and enforcement litigation
- Specialist areas – biotechnology, software, information technology and entertainment
Assessment
Tba
Textbook and Readings
Tba
Case study and handout material as provided through the course.
Staff
Offered
Semester One Evenings