The World Trade Organization (WTO) and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) will hold an advanced course on intellectual property (IP) for government officials from 20 to 31 March 2023.
The deadline to submit applications is 03 February 2023.
What is the course about?
The course is designed to improve the capacity of policymakers to develop national expertise in international IP law and policy issues. The focus of this course will be on topical developments and policy issues under discussion at WIPO and the WTO.
Participants will have an opportunity to engage with experts on a wide range of IP issues, including fast-evolving topics such as IP, trade and public health; IP and artificial intelligence/digital transformations; and IP and business, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Who should apply?
Senior government officials who want to build their technical knowledge and policymaking expertise on global IP issues are invited to apply.
This course is aimed at senior government officials involved in IP law and policymaking. Candidates must be responsible for IP and related policy issues in their country, demonstrate knowledge or professional experience in the field of IP, possess well-rounded experience in IP law, policy and practice, and be proficient in English, the working language of the course.
How to apply?
Government officials from WTO members and observers eligible to benefit from WTO training activities are invited to apply by 3 February 2023.
Detailed information regarding the application process is available at: