The Course provides a more in-depth view of the fundamentals of IP law, and is considered as indispensable to pursue more advanced courses of study on specific areas of IP law.

The Course is comprised of the following modules and final exam:

• Module 1: Introduction to IP
• Module 2: Copyright
• Module 3: Related Rights
• Module 4: Trademarks
• Module 5: Geographical Indications
• Module 6: Industrial Design
• Module 7: Patents
• Module 8: WIPO Treaties
• Module 9: Unfair Competition
• Module 10: Protection of New Varieties of Plants
• Module 11: Summary and Discussion on Intellectual Property Rights
• Module 12: IP and Development - The WIPO Development Agenda
• Final Exam

Self-assessment tools are strategically placed throughout each module to assist participants with gauging their respective levels of knowledge and progress, as well as their ability to apply the concepts and facts presented within the course.

Academic support is provided throughout each module by experienced tutors who are expert practitioners in the field of IP.

• Course type: E-learning
• Subject credit: 3 credits
• Course code: TFBE1112-EL-EN
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