iiSWEAR - International Institute of Software Engineering and Analytics Research

Comprehensive Program in Intellectual Property and Professional Patent Practice

Master legal claims optimization, draft compelling patent applications, and build impactful patent search reports (PSRs). Start working on clients' IPR and patent projects from Week 1—designed to jumpstart your career as an IP Attorney.

  • Duration: 3 Months (Three classes per Week)
  • Eligibility: LLB (5yr & 3yr), BL, LLM, ML and IP Enthusiasts
  • Career Path: IPR Attorney
  • Mode: Online + mandatory one weekend offline per month

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Programme Overview

This Impactful IPR Program is designed to produce job-ready professionals in Intellectual Property (IP) law and strategy by offering in-depth training across key IP domains: patents, trademarks, copyrights, geographical indications, and plant variety protections etc. Through actual client patent projects, and global perspectives, learners acquire the right skills and legal insight required to thrive in the evolving field of intellectual property. This work-integrated programme lets you work on global IP projects as a full-time Attorney.

Programme Modules

Module 0: Introduction to the World of Intellectual Property Rights and Patents

  • Overview of Utility, Process & Design Patents, Trademark, Copyright, Geographical Indication (GI) etc.
  • Outline of Approving Authorities including MTCC, NBA, WIPO.
  • Summary of Relevant Treaties of IPR including PCT (1970), Berne Convention (1886), Madrid Protocol, Budapest Treaty (1977), TRIPS Agreement (1995).

Module 1: Mastering Trademarks: Law, Strategy & Protection

  • Fundamental Trademark Concepts & Applicable Legal Sections
  • Procedural Framework & Filing Guidelines of Trademark
  • Essential Forms & Compliance Documentation for Trademark
  • Effective Use of Trademark Database & Search Strategies including AI Search
  • Trademark Clearance Search Documentation & Recommendation
  • Replying to Trademark Objection
  • Trademark Assignment to Interested Parties

Module 2: Copyright: Law, Rights & Enforcement

  • Fundamental Copyright Concepts & Legal Framework
  • Procedural Aspects & Registration
  • Essential Forms & Compliance Documentation for Copyright
  • Effective Use of Copyright Database & Search Strategies including AI Search
  • Digital Copyright & Emerging Challenges
  • Enforcement & Infringement Protection
  • Licensing & Assignment Strategies

Module 3: Design Law Mastery: Registration, Rights & Remedies including Semiconductor Design Law

  • Fundamental Concepts of Industrial Designs & Legal Framework
  • Design Search & Prior Art Analysis
  • Preparation & Filing of Design Applications
  • Examination Process & Responding to Objections
  • Registration, Publication & Rights Conferred
  • Design Protection Duration, Renewal & Lapse

Module 4: Mastering Patents: Law, Innovation & Protection

  • Fundamental Patent Concepts & Legal Framework
  • Prior Art Search & Patentability Analysis
  • Preparation of Patentability Search Reports (PSR)
  • Claims Optimisation and Recommendations
  • Drafting & Filing of Patent Applications
  • Responding to Patent Office Examinations and Objections (FER)
  • Overview of Approvals for Patent Grant
  • Patent Term, Maintenance & Renewal Procedures

Module 5: Overview of Geographical Indications, Biodiversity, and Plant Variety & Farmers' Rights

  • The Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999
  • The Biological Diversity Act, 2002
  • The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Act, 2001

Module 6: Start working with Us as Patent Attorney

  • Work on Global IP Projects as a full time Attorney.

Key Takeaways

Take meaningful participation in Patent Registration Process

Get job-ready with global project exposure

  • Get acquainted with all existing IPRs in India
  • Build a strong perception that goes beyond routine filing
  • Learn not just to draft but to optimize applications
  • Contribute meaningfully to global projects
  • Understand not only the law but also its practical applications worldwide
  • Gain insights into complementary authorities and their roles

Real Voices, Real Outcomes

Learner Testimonials

"The work-integrated model meant I was on real patent projects from Week 1. I now work as an IP Attorney with the same organization. No job hunt, just growth."

IP Attorney

Patent Practice

"This comprehensive programme covered everything from trademarks to patent drafting. The depth and the immediate client exposure made me job-ready in months."

Legal Associate

IPR Team

"The combination of law and hands-on patent work was exactly what I needed. I handle PSRs and patent applications daily. The in-house placement was seamless."

Patent Analyst

Global IP Projects

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