Summary

This class provides an introduction to the management of intellectual property (IP), primarily patents. It relies on formal lectures, case studies, speakers, and a project.

Content

Keywords

innovation, intellectual property, patent, trademark, strategy, licensing

Learning Prerequisites

Recommended courses

• SHS class MGT303 by the same teacher is a helpful introduction.
• MGT-411 (Innovation management) and MGT-414 (Technology & innovation strategy) are useful complements.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, the student must be able to:

• Explain key concepts related to IP
• Examine the IP strategy of a firm
• Advise on matters related to IP
• Analyze a patent document

Transversal skills

• Plan and carry out activities in a way which makes optimal use of available time and other resources.
• Take account of the social and human dimensions of the engineering profession.
• Demonstrate the capacity for critical thinking
• Make an oral presentation.
• Communicate effectively, being understood, including across different languages and cultures.

Teaching methods

The teaching method involves a mix of formal lectures, case studies, external speakers, and project work.

Expected student activities

• Attending lectures
• Doing a project
• Reading written material
• Preparing case studies
• Debating/arguing

Assessment methods

• Class participation (submission of cases + debates): 25%
• Project (slide deck + presentation in class): 25%
• Oral exam: 50%

Supervision

Resources

Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI)

No

Notes/Handbook

Slides will be provided when possible. Students are encouraged to take notes.

Moodle Link

• https://moodle.epfl.ch/enrol/index.php?id=12801