Module 1: Foundations of Intellectual Property Law for Technology Companies

·       Introduction to intellectual property: patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets

·       The importance of IP for innovation and competitive advantage in technology

·       Overview of the legal frameworks governing IP

·       Key international IP treaties and conventions

·       Understanding the interplay between different IP rights

·       Practical session: Identifying different types of IP in various technology products.

Module 2: Patent Law: Protecting Technological Inventions

·       Patentability requirements: novelty, non-obviousness, utility, subject matter eligibility

·       Types of patents: utility, design, plant patents

·       The patent application process: drafting, filing, prosecution

·       Understanding patent claims and their interpretation

·       Patent infringement and enforcement

·       Practical session: Analyzing a patent claim and identifying its scope of protection.

Module 3: Trademark Law: Protecting Brands and Goodwill

·       What is a trademark? Brands, logos, slogans

·       Trademark registration process and requirements

·       Trademark clearance searching and registrability assessment

·       Maintaining trademark rights and preventing genericide

·       Trademark infringement and remedies

·       Practical session: Conducting a basic trademark clearance search.

Module 4: Copyright Law: Protecting Software and Creative Works

·       Fundamentals of copyright law: authorship, originality, fixation

·       Copyright protection for software code, user interfaces, and digital content

·       Copyright ownership and rights of the copyright holder

·       Copyright infringement and fair use doctrines

·       Open source software licenses and their implications

·       Practical session: Analyzing a case of software copyright infringement.

Module 5: Trade Secret Law: Protecting Confidential Business Information

·       Definition of trade secrets and their importance in technology

·       Requirements for trade secret protection: confidentiality, commercial value

·       Measures for protecting trade secrets: policies, agreements, physical security

·       Misappropriation of trade secrets and remedies

·       The Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) and its implications

·       Practical session: Developing a basic trade secret protection policy.

Module 6: IP Asset Management and Strategy

·       Identifying and auditing IP assets within a technology company

·       Developing an IP strategy aligned with business goals

·       Portfolio management and valuation of IP assets

·       IP risk assessment and mitigation

·       Fostering a culture of IP awareness within the organization

·       Practical session: Developing a basic IP strategy for a hypothetical technology company.

Module 7: Understanding and Mitigating IP Infringement Risks

·       Identifying potential sources of IP infringement

·       Conducting freedom-to-operate (FTO) searches

·       Strategies for avoiding patent, trademark, and copyright infringement

·       Responding to allegations of IP infringement

·       Managing IP litigation and disputes

·       Practical session: Conducting a basic freedom-to-operate search.

Module 8: Licensing and Commercialization of Intellectual Property

·       Different types of IP licenses: exclusive, non-exclusive

·       Key terms and considerations in IP licensing agreements

·       Valuation of IP for licensing purposes

·       Strategies for commercializing IP assets

·       Technology transfer and IP commercialization

·       Practical session: Analyzing key clauses in a sample IP licensing agreement.

Module 9: International IP Protection

·       Overview of international patent protection (PCT, direct filings)

·       International trademark registration (Madrid System)

·       International copyright protection (Berne Convention)

·       Strategies for protecting IP in global markets

·       Understanding different national IP laws

·       Practical session: Developing a strategy for international patent protection for a new technology.

Module 10: Developing Effective IP Policies and Practices

·       Creating an IP policy for a technology company

·       Guidelines for invention disclosure and patent filings

·       Policies on software development and copyright

·       Procedures for protecting trade secrets

·       Employee agreements and IP assignment

·       Practical session: Drafting a basic invention disclosure form.

Requirements:

·       Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

·       Applicants must live up to Armstrong Global Institute admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

2. What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training.

Or call us on +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588

Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

1. Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Armstrong Global Training & Development Center Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

2. Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

1. Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

3. No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Tailor Made Courses

This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588 or Email training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588