The importance of innovation and intellectual assets management is being more recognised as traditional business models change and the value of companies shift to the ownership, control and exploitation of intangible assets. Although these developments have been taking place at a slower pace in the Caribbean, compliance with international financial standards and the reporting requirements for intangibles, greater merger and acquisition activity, the need to respond to more sophisticated consumers through strong marketing and branding programmes and the drive of regional Governments for innovation and creativity have spurred a changing perspective. Without a doubt there is a need for education for business executives involved in various functions but especially licensing, research and development and business development to ensure there is a well-informed competence in the management of intellectual assets. This need is not centred on a legal framework which is only one dimension, but also speaksto recognising the complicated and compound nature of intellectual asset management which involves various management functions which is the approach of the proposed programme. The course will introduce students to the issues that lie at the centre of management of intellectual property assets and innovation and technology transfer. Persons who have an interest in knowing more about the business side of intellectual property rights will find this course very useful.
Faculty of Law
The University of the West Indies St. Augustine Campus
Cost(including Compulsory Fees): USD 1,742.00
- Pre-Requisites: A Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline
- Course Credits: 6
- Assessment: 60% Coursework; 40% Final Examination
- Duration: Lectures: September – December 2025
- Lecture Time:
- Lectures: Online
For More Information, Contact: law@sta.uwi.edu