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    Master intellectual property law for protecting creative works. Learn about copyrights, patents, trademarks, and legal enforcement.

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      Vanderbilt University

      Understanding the Music Business: What is Music Worth?

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Music Performance, Entrepreneurship, Intellectual Property, Digital Transformation, Marketing, Digital Assets, Innovation, Business Modeling, Revenue Management, Media and Communications, Business Ethics, Event Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      147 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      I

      IIT Bombay

      Design Thinking and Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, Ideation, Prototyping, Human Centered Design, User Experience Design, Product Design, Innovation, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Empathy, User Feedback, Product Development, Customer experience improvement

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Princeton University

      Computer Science: Algorithms, Theory, and Machines

      Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Computer Science, Computer Architecture, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, Java Programming, Computer Hardware

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      700 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Museum of Natural History

      Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Medical Science and Research, Education and Training, General Science and Research, Teaching, Interactive Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Intellectual Property, Medical Privacy, Biology, Food and Beverage

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      167 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidades Anáhuac

      Fundamentos de Derecho Mercantil Internacional

      Skills you'll gain: Commercial Laws, Tax Laws, Tax, International Relations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Research, World History, Economics, Banking, E-Commerce, Investments

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Federal Taxation II: Property Transactions of Business Owners and Shareholders

      Skills you'll gain: Depreciation, Property Accounting, Tax Laws, Income Tax, Tax Planning, Corporate Tax, Tax Compliance, Real Estate Transactions, Specialized Accounting, Capital Expenditure

      Build toward a degree

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      193 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Transportation, Sustainable Buildings, Green Construction

      Skills you'll gain: Architectural Design, Building Codes, Community Development, Land Development, Public Works, Building Design, Civil Engineering, Economic Development, Construction, Pollution Prevention, Disabilities, Environmental Policy, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Engineering

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      200 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Arizona State University

      Technology & Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Lean Methodologies, Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Commercialization, Innovation, Persona Development, Customer Analysis, Presentations, Target Audience, Customer Insights, Product Improvement, Market Opportunities, Technology Solutions, Team Oriented, Market Research, Ideation, Solution Design, Brainstorming, Business Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      69 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Free Trial
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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Agribusiness and Sustainable Food Production Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Water Resources, Risk Management, Real Estate, Legal Risk, Balance Sheet, Food and Beverage, Supply Chain, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Investments, Commercial Real Estate, Property and Real Estate, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Asset Management, Financial Analysis, Decision Making, Supply Chain Management, Consumer Behaviour

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Coexistence in Medieval Spain: Jews, Christians, and Muslims

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, World History, Intercultural Competence, European History, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Research, Research Methodologies, Governance

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      135 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Real Estate Development: Building Value in Your Community

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Community Development, Real Estate, Feasibility Studies, Financial Analysis, Risk Management, Return On Investment, Commercial Real Estate, Community Outreach, Project Finance, Due Diligence, Property Management, Project Risk Management, Project Design, Capital Markets, Cash Flows, Market Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Employment Contracts

      Skills you'll gain: Labor Law, Contract Review, Arbitration, Labor Compliance, Contract Negotiation, Contract Compliance, Intellectual Property, Compensation Management, Case Law

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Understanding the Music Business: What is Music Worth?: Vanderbilt University
    • Design Thinking and Innovation: IIT Bombay
    • Computer Science: Algorithms, Theory, and Machines: Princeton University
    • Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators: American Museum of Natural History
    • Fundamentos de Derecho Mercantil Internacional: Universidades Anáhuac
    • Federal Taxation II: Property Transactions of Business Owners and Shareholders: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Transportation, Sustainable Buildings, Green Construction: Johns Hopkins University
    • Technology & Entrepreneurship: Arizona State University
    • Agribusiness and Sustainable Food Production Economics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Coexistence in Medieval Spain: Jews, Christians, and Muslims: University of Colorado System

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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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