EBC Learning Course on IPR: Mod 1 - Introduction

Think innovation, think creativity, think Intellectual Property! Yes, intellectual property has almost become the sine qua non to motivate creativity and intellectual work. It comes in many forms. It may be the development of disruptive technology, authoring a book, composing music, or even designing a car.

One thing that's common in all these works is the intellectual effort and skills that go into designing the product or creative work. Bringing a product from concept to market is easier said than done. Imagine if such intellectual work is unauthorisedly used or pirated. The owner of the work would lose on the efforts as well as the economic potential of the intellectual work.

The objective of this course is to bring about a basic understanding of IP Rights. The course is much useful to aspirants who wish to further specialize in IPR and engage in the IP domain. The course is also aimed to provide insight into identifying appropriate IP for your innovative works and creativity.

1. Introduction

• 1.1 Introduction to the course
• 1.2 Concept and meaning of IPR
• 1.3 Evolution of IPR
• 1.4 Rationale behind IPR
• 1.5 Economic analysis of IPR

2. Forms of IPR and its conceptual analysis

• 2.1 Patent
• 2.2 Trademarks
• 2.3 Copyrights
• 2.4 Designs
• 2.5 Geographical indications
• 2.6 Plant variety protection
• 2.7 Semiconductor and integrated circuit designs
• 2.8 Trade secrets and technical know-how
• 2.9 Conclusion