Intellectual property is the currency of the tech world, with the world’s most valuable intellectual property assets dwarfing the value of their real-world counterparts. Apple’ trademarked brand was valued at over $100 billion as of 2017. J.K. Rowling’s Harry potter franchise has generated over $25 billion to date. But how did the law come to create such enormous value in intangible assets?
Introduction to Intellectual Property
This course is part of Intellectual Property Law Specialization
Taught in English
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Instructor: R. Polk Wagner
Sponsored by Ukraine Response
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Identify the various forms of intellectual property protection available under U.S. Law
Differentiate the advantages and disadvantages of intellectual property administration
Analyze effective intellectual property strategies through case studies
Examine alternatives to formal intellectual property protections
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This module will introduce the concept of intellectual property and explain how it creates value. You will learn about the major forms of intellectual property protection in the United States - copyright, trademarks, and patents, as well as alternative forms of intellectual property protection.
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8 videos4 readings4 quizzes1 discussion prompt
Why have intellectual property protection at all? This module examines the effect of intellectual property law on the modern economy, and the policy reasons behind providing intellectual property protection.
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7 videos4 readings3 quizzes
Intellectual property law is ever-evolving as society's needs change. This module examines alternative forms of intellectual property protection, and explores the benefits and drawbacks of those alternatives.
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7 videos3 readings3 quizzes1 discussion prompt
This module takes an in-depth look at the intellectual property strategies of three major companies across three very different industries: Apple, General Motors, and Novartis.
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6 videos5 readings1 quiz1 peer review
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