Executive Training Program

Executive Training Program

The WIPO Academy Executive Training Program on intellectual property (IP) offers intensive courses for executives and professionals from the public and private sector looking to acquire IP knowledge and develop practical IP skills. By the end of each program, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how to protect, manage and commercialize intangible assets using IP for business and professional growth in new and interesting areas. The Program is designed to help participants build effective IP strategies to enter new markets with confidence.

Each Training Program is designed for specific target audiences. Building on the WIPO Academy’s previous courses which were exclusively devoted to public sector officials, the new program is now more accessible, being made available to more beneficiaries in line with our vision to make IP accessible to everyone, everywhere. A limited number of focused training courses for government officials have been retained, alongside intensive courses for senior professionals, executives and entrepreneurs wishing to gain deeper knowledge on the tools and strategies to develop, use and manage IP rights.
The Executive Training Program on IP covers a range of topics, including:
  • IP audits and valuation
  • building effective IP strategies
  • tools and strategies for managing IP rights
  • IP commercialization
  • licensing and franchising
  • IP and technology transfer
  • IP monetization framework
  • women empowerment through IP and the digital economy
  • geographical indications and
  • unleashing Africa’s innovation potential through IP.

Each executive training program on IP is offered in a blended format allowing participants the opportunity to learn from experts through online and in-person practical training sessions. Participants will learn about the latest developments and best practices through group exercises and exciting learning journeys, with a strong emphasis on practical applications.

The executive IP courses are one week-long to ensure busy professionals have a feasible learning opportunity.

The Executive Training Program on intellectual property is for government officials, entrepreneurs, innovators, business owners, executives, and other IP professionals seeking to build practical IP knowledge and skills to enhance their professional and business capabilities.

The WIPO Academy Executive Training Program is organized in partnership with leading institutions all over the world.

  • Build practical IP skills for business management and economic growth
  • Learn from leading global IP experts
  • Network and collaborate with peers
  • Participate on full scholarship-basis
  • Earn a WIPO Academy certificate!

A WIPO Academy certificate is awarded to participants upon successfully completing the Executive Training Programs on IP.