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Summer Program in Intellectual Property (Non-Credit)

Since 1994, the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada and ¿´Æ¬ÊÓƵ University have gathered some of the best practitioners in the field to conduct a series of intensive, practical summer courses in intellectual property. IPIC is an association of professionals practising in matters relating to the protection of intellectual property rights (patents, trade-marks, copyrights, and industrial designs).

Please visit our website at www.mcgill.ca/continuingstudies/programs-and-courses/intelprop for a detailed course brochure. You can find out more about IPIC online at .

Understanding Patents – An Introductory Course – July 17–21, 2017

An intensive, practical course that offers insights and strategies relating to patent issues. Understanding Patents is a must for engineers involved in patents and patenting, patent agents in training, new patent agents, lawyers (in-house or corporate counsel), licensing executives, and contract managers—anybody who encounters patents in their work and needs to have a better understanding of the nature and scope of the patent system, how patents are obtained, and how to manage a patent portfolio.

Understanding Trade-marks – An Introductory Course – July 24–28, 2017

An intensive, practical course that offers valuable insights and strategies related to acquiring, managing, and protecting trade-mark assets, as well as dealing with contentious proceedings. It is intended primarily for trade-mark agents and trainees, in-house trade-mark managers, notaries, in-house counsel, and lawyers who practise or intend to practise privately or corporately in the trade-mark area, as well as marketing and brand practitioners.

Copyright Master Class – August 2–4, 2017

This intensive course provides an in-depth analysis of copyright law with the focus on practical issues and understanding of how copyright works in a variety of business settings. Designed primarily for business managers and in-house counsel working in publishing, music, information technology, broadcasting, film/TV, performing arts; lawyers, trade-mark agents, licensing executives, government policy makers; academics and librarians. The course will be of greatest benefit to participants who have been previously exposed to copyright concepts and issues.

¿´Æ¬ÊÓƵ–ETS Intensive Summer Program – Best Practices in Aerospace Management – May 29–June 2, 2017

A five-day intensive program divided into five sessions providing a broad view of aerospace industry management best practices from leading Canadian experts.

This non-credit professional development program is designed for aerospace professionals who need to better understand the effects of aviation regulation and certification on aerospace business, increase their skills in the areas of strategic planning, program management and supply chain management, and implement operational excellence in their work environments.

For more information, see www.mcgill.ca/continuingstudies/programs-and-courses/aerospace/capein.

Social Media and Digital Communication Strategies in Business – July 31–August 18, 2017

This non-credit professional development program is designed for working professionals with the knowledge and skills to participate in social media on behalf of their organization or brand, to create effective content, to manage communities through online communication, and to manage content from a wide range of sources in order to optimize its potential for the organization.

For more information, see www.mcgill.ca/continuingstudies/programs-and-courses/short-programs.

Project Management – July 31–August 18, 2017

This program is designed for people who want to learn the basic principles of project management and their applicability in the workplace. Emphasis is placed on practical application of project management principles, tools, and methodology outlined in the industry standard, the Project Management Institute’s A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK^® Guide).

For more information, see www.mcgill.ca/continuingstudies/programs-and-courses/short-programs.