TRAINING COURSE
Intellectual Property in IT:
A Legal Course for Developers
STARTING TWICE A MONTH
DURATION 7 WEEKS
‎‎ ‎8 100 €
For those who want to gain in-depth knowledge of the legal aspects in the field of Intellectual Property in information technology. The course covers key topics such as copyright protection, software patenting, trademark registration and international aspects.
Acquisition of skills in determining the legal status of intellectual property in IT
Acquisition of skills in developing strategies for copyright protection and patenting in the software industry
Creating and managing branding policies for IT projects
Training Course Program
STARTING TWICE A MONTH
Lecture 1:
Introduction to Intellectual Property in IT
  • Definition of key terms: copyright, patents, trademarks
  • The role of Intellectual Property (IP) in the information technology industry
  • Basic principles and application in software development
Lecture 2:
Copyrights in IT
  • Understanding copyrights in the context of programming
  • The process of obtaining and protecting copyright
  • Legal aspects of open source and proprietary software.
  • Licensing considerations in IT
Lecture 3:
Patenting in IT
  • Opportunities for patenting software products
  • Filing a patent application in the field of information technology
  • Protecting software through patents
  • Comparison with copyright protection
Lecture 4:
Trademarks and Branding in IT
  • The significance of trademarks for IT projects
  • Registering a trademark and the registration process
  • Brand protection and management in software development
  • Case studies on successful branding in IT
Lecture 5:
Intellectual Property Protection: Practical Tips
  • Optimal strategies for protecting IP
  • Responding to rights infringements
  • Dispute resolution and negotiation with partners
  • Legislative requirements and compliance
Lecture 6:
International Aspects of Intellectual Property in IT
  • International agreements and organizations regulating IP
  • Specifics of registration and protection in different countries
  • Global challenges and trends in IP laws
Lecture 7:
Ethical Issues in Intellectual Property in IT
  • Ethical considerations when using others' IP
  • Protecting one's rights without violating ethical norms
  • Roles and responsibilities of developers in ensuring ethical use of IP
Lecture 8:
The Future of Intellectual Property in IT
  • Trends in legal aspects of the IT industry
  • Impact of new technologies (e.g., AI) on IP laws
  • Prospects for change and challenges in the future
Practical Session 1:
Case Studies on Protecting Copyrights in IT
  • Analysis of real-world cases of copyright infringement in IT
  • Developing protection strategies based on discussed principles
Practical Session 2:
Patenting Software Products
  • Practical steps for preparing and filing a patent application
  • Discussion of successful examples of patenting software products
Practical Session 3:
Crafting Branding Policies for IT Projects
  • Developing branding policies and registering trademarks
  • Practical advice for effective brand management in IT
Practical Session 4:
Strategies for Responding to Infringements
  • Developing practical strategies for responding to IP infringements
  • Case studies on successful resolution of disputes in the IT sector
What kind of result will you get
Participants in this course will acquire in-depth knowledge of copyright, patenting and trademarks in the context of information technology. They will master practical skills of software protection and brand management in IT projects. Upon completion of the course, participants will be ready to effectively apply the acquired knowledge in development practice, ensuring security and legal protection of their creative and intellectual achievements in the field of information technologies.
Student feedback on the course
The course exceeded my expectations! A very detailed breakdown of topics, practical sessions at the highest level. Excellent preparation!
Arthur Harris
The professional value of the course is incredible. I learned many new aspects in the field of Intellectual Property, which immediately found practical application in my work.
Caleb Allen
The practical sessions are excellently balanced with theoretical material. A lot of attention is paid to ethical aspects, which is extremely important in legal practice.
Bernard Scott
Thank you so much for the clear language and understandable explanation of complex issues. Very practical and informative!
Arnold Evans
The course combines theory and practice excellently. Professional advice and recommendations are applicable in practice, helping me better understand and use Intellectual Property in IT projects.
Eva Nelson
What you will get after the course
  1. Master the basics of copyright, patenting and trademarks in the IT context.
  2. Skills in assessing, protecting and managing copyrights in software.
  3. Understanding of the patent application process for software products and software protection.
  4. Developing branding policies, trademark registration and effective brand management in IT.
  5. Addressing ethical issues of using other people's IP, dispute resolution and legal compliance in IT.
Official school certificate
Recordings of all lectures
10% discount on any of our courses
Price without discount 9 000 €
8 100 €
Course fees
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"Cosmopolitacademy" LLC
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TIN: 08256519
Komitas 19/1, Erevan, Armenia