IP in the Global Context

Synopsis

IPM535 IP in the Global Context examines the international intellectual property (IP) system and addresses the legal issues raised by the trade of products protected by IP rights (IPRs). This course reviews the key international agreements and provisions as well as offers a comparative analysis of some of the most relevant national laws, in particular, the IP system adopted by the US and the EU, as these systems have largely been at the basis of the development of internal IP law.

Level: 5
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: EVERY JULY

Topics

Introduction to the International IP System
International and Comparative Trademark Law
Geographical Indications of Origin
International and Comparative Design Law
International and Comparative Patent Law
International and Comparative Protection of Trade Secrets
Protection of Plant Varieties
Protection of Traditional Knowledge
International and Comparative Copyright Law
The Protection of (Traditional) Cultural Expressions
Enforcement of IP Rights
Exhaustion of IP Rights and Cross-Border Trade

Learning Outcome

Distinguish the basic concepts, issues and rules of international IP
Interpret relevant international IP treaties and FTAs
Appraise considerations when assessing relevant common cross-border IP issues
Evaluate business implications of global IP issues
Evaluate global IP issues regionally and internationally to identify their relevance
Assess potential issues to identify business implications to organisations
Propose solutions to legal problems arising in factual contexts by applying relevant legal principles

Part-time Programmes / CET Courses

Singapore University of Social Sciences

IP in the Global Context