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      INSEAD

      Blockchain and Business

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, FinTech, Organizational Structure, Business, Business Modeling, Governance, Emerging Technologies, Business Strategy, Digital Transformation, Strategic Partnership, Entrepreneurship, Business Technologies, Innovation, Intellectual Property

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      421 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Legal Foundations for Entrepreneurs

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Entrepreneurship, Business, Commercial Laws, Labor Law, Business Management, Contract Management, Staff Management, New Business Development, Organizational Structure, Corporate Tax

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      78 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea y diseña productos digitales en Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Design, Digital Design, Design Elements And Principles, Product Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Digital Assets, Intellectual Property, Web Analytics, Journals

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      413 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      The University of Sydney

      Creative Thinking and Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Ideation, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Open Mindset, Curiosity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Cape Town

      Severe to Profound Intellectual Disability: Circles of Care and Education

      Skills you'll gain: Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Working With Children, Caregiving, Training Programs, Teaching, Human Learning, Special Education, Child Development, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Community Mental Health Services, Advocacy, Care Coordination, Learning Strategies, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      182 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Innovation, Business Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Business Development, Business Strategy, New Business Development, Business Analysis, Collaboration, Analysis, Financial Analysis, Performance Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      84 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      The Effect of Fires on People, Property and the Environment

      Skills you'll gain: Fire And Life Safety, Health And Safety Standards, Safety Assurance, Accident Prevention, Environmental Engineering, Building Design, Environment, Risk Management, Property Maintenance, Emergency Response

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      568 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Columbia University

      The Construction Industry: The Way Forward

      Skills you'll gain: Construction, Business Transformation, Innovation, Architecture and Construction, Construction Management, Workforce Development, Civil Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Thought Leadership, Building Information Modeling, Automation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Sustainability Reporting, Machine Learning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      363 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Materials Science for Technological Application

      Skills you'll gain: Failure Analysis, Semiconductors, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Thermal Management, Engineering, Production Process, Laboratory Testing, Physical Science, Physics, Process Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      178 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Formal Financial Accounting

      Skills you'll gain: General Accounting, Technical Accounting, Accounting, Financial Accounting, General Ledger, Accrual Accounting, Inventory Accounting, Equities, Balance Sheet, Fixed Asset, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Financial Statements

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      376 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Essential English for University Success

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Styles, Discussion Facilitation, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Learning Strategies, Time Management, Communication, Writing, Organizational Skills, Active Listening, Literacy, Research, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Student Engagement, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cooperation, Grammar, Editing, Intellectual Property

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      252 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Global Health Innovations

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Product Design, Intellectual Property, Design Thinking, New Product Development, Health Systems, Presentations, Public Speaking, Feasibility Studies, Commercialization, Ideation, Strategic Communication, Health Care, Organizational Change, Health Technology, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Program Evaluation, Health Policy, Organizational Development, Entrepreneurship

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      275 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular intellectual property courses

    • Blockchain and Business: INSEAD
    • Legal Foundations for Entrepreneurs: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Crea y diseña productos digitales en Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Creative Thinking and Innovation: The University of Sydney
    • Severe to Profound Intellectual Disability: Circles of Care and Education: University of Cape Town
    • Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship Capstone: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • The Effect of Fires on People, Property and the Environment: University of Maryland, College Park
    • The Construction Industry: The Way Forward: Columbia University
    • Materials Science for Technological Application: Arizona State University
    • Formal Financial Accounting: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Intellectual Property

    Intellectual property is any property that is intangible. The concept of intellectual property covers such things as music and lyrics, ideas for inventions, film and television scripts, artwork, and branding concepts. The legal realm of intellectual property governs the protection of intellectual property and what happens when individuals or organizations violate—or trespass on—others' intellectual property. In other words, if you have an original idea, you have the right for that idea to be protected from theft of all or part of it. The protection of intellectual property takes place under copyright and patent laws. Copyright protects artwork of any kind, while patent protects inventions and the concepts surrounding them.‎

    The most important reasons to learn about intellectual property are to ensure that you don't violate the laws that govern the protection of intellectual property and to understand how to protect your own ideas. The laws and regulations that concern intellectual property help to protect innovation and make sure that proper credit goes to those who develop different forms of intellectual property. Knowing about intellectual property allows you to keep and defend your ideas and avoid infringing on the ideas that others have devised.‎

    Artists, inventors, and innovators in multiple industries deal with intellectual property issues on an almost daily basis. Intellectual property is at the forefront of careers in the arts, technology, and medicine. If you're serious about developing new ideas ranging from a new corporate logo to medical breakthroughs to the next popular television show, a thorough knowledge of intellectual property is essential to your line of work.‎

    Online courses on Coursera can give you knowledge of intellectual property law and its ramifications in various industries. You can take online courses that give you a broad view of the concepts that surround intellectual property, and you'll find courses that cover more specific subjects like copyright law for music and how to protect ideas in the medical sector.‎

    Online Intellectual Property courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Intellectual Property skills. Choose from a wide range of Intellectual Property courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Intellectual Property, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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