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LAW-2956 Intellectual Property and Licensing
Prof. Stephen Michael McJohn,
2 credits day; 2 credits evening.
License agreements are everywhere: technology, entertainment, education, online . . . The course
will provide an overview of intellectual property (patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade
secrets) and related agreements. Topics discussed will include the basics of IP, key points in an
IP license, licensing strategies, negotiation, and enforcement. Grading will be based on
completing several short assignments (such as negotiating or drafting a clause in a licensing
agreement) over the semester (30%) and a final exam (70%).
Elective Course
Meets Intellectual Property Concentration Requirements
Final Exam Required
<<Course Updated: April 08, 2016>>