Overview
This course considers the crucial interface between competition law and intellectual property and whether they are complementary or in conflict. It looks at the rationale for each and problems which exist in the relationship in a global context. Issues to be discussed will likely include misuse of intellectual property and … For more content click the Read More button below.
Basics of competition law and economicsBasics of intellectual property law and economicsTheory: conflict or complement?Misuse of patents to acquire or maintain market powerSpecific arrangement such as patent pools; tying arrangements; standard-setting organisations and issues arisingRefusals to license by the dominant firm- comparative viewsIndustry specific issues: pharmaceuticals; computer software and hardwareCompulsory licensing (a) as a remedy for other antitrust violations; (b) as a response to social problems (AIDS drugs in AfricaCollecting societies
These issues and others are the focus of competition enforcement agencies worldwide. There is no consensus about how to deal with them and they have generated intense conflict between the US and EU. China has yet to refine its approach to dealing with these questions, but as it does it will no doubt become a very important part of the discussion.
Conditions for Enrolment
Prerequisite: Academic Program must be either 9200, 9235, or 9201
Course Outline
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