IP Masterclass
The IP Masterclass has been developed by the Intellectual Property Office in partnership with Coventry University and the British Library.
The course provides students with the skills to conduct an IP health check, and gain a thorough understanding of patents, licensing, trade marks, copyright, brand identity and IP valuation. It also offers delegates the opportunity to increase and refine their skills in licensing along with patent, trade mark and design database searches to a professional standard.
Accredited by Coventry University and supported by the Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys and the Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys, this 2½ day specialist course enables delegates to develop a detailed understanding of intellectual property and its relationship with business, culture and the economy, as well as sound practical skills they can apply to a business environment.
The course offer delegates the opportunity to gain credits at Post-Graduate level. The CATS (Credit Accumulation Transfer Scheme) points system is recognised by many UK Higher Education institutions as a method of quantifying credit for a particular course. This course is aimed at level 7, Masters level and worth 15 credits. These credits can be put forward towards a postgraduate certificate (60 credits), a diploma (120 credits) or an MBA (180 credits). The course has been quality assured by Coventry University.
James Hanlon, External Verifier and Principal Lecturer, Sheffield University commenting on the course said:-
"There is no doubt in my mind that the Master Class is challenging for students. Those that succeed will have demonstrated a thorough knowledge of the practice of IP law. The blended delivery model of the course will appeal to those students who wish to remain in work".
Testimonials
"I found the building brand value session the most useful. It strongly related to the real world and issues that I have encountered. I would recommend the course to others who want to develop their IP knowledge whilst working in a business environment". Neil Sheppard, NSure Consulting Ltd.
"I found this course very useful and interesting. There was a great variety of subjects covered and the best aspect was the practical/commercial sessions, rather than just being theoretical". Hannah Alphey, MBM Commercial.
"The sessions explaining search techniques and the available free databases were the most useful. Reviewing and practising "how to search" across the different types of IP was critical for me and my primary reason for attending the Masterclass. I would have no hesitation in recommending this course to others". Kara McBride, Yorkshire Water Services Ltd.
"The Licensing IP, negotiating a license and Commercial Opportunities Appraisal Process sessions were extremely informative, well delivered and applicable to my role in advising companies". Anis Mourad, Scottish Enterprise.
Next session
Monday 19 March - Wednesday 21 March 2012.
Venue
Intellectual Property Office
Concept House
Cardiff
Road
Newport
South
Wales
NP10
8QQ
United Kingdom
Cost
The
course is residential at the 5 star Celtic Manor resort 
(home of the Ryder Cup 2010)
and the cost of the course inclusive of residential and course fees (evening meals excepted) is £1400
per delegate (plus VAT).
If you are interested in attending the course or for further information on content, further dates / locations please email IP Masterclass.
