8-Week Online Certificate Course on IPR: Law and Practice by NLU Delhi

Intellectual Property is one of the fastest-growing and most globally connected practice areas in Indian law — and yet, most law school curricula cover it only at a theoretical level. This course directly addresses that gap by bringing in practitioners who handle real mandates at top-tier firms, giving participants frameworks they can actually use in internships, interviews, and client-facing work.

For law students, the value here is layered. First, you gain structured, practitioner-led knowledge across the full spectrum of IP — not just patents or trademarks in isolation, but how they interact commercially and strategically. Second, the NLU Delhi e-certificate is a credible credential to add to your CV, particularly if you are targeting IP boutiques, full-service firms, or even in-house roles where IP exposure is valued. Third, the weekend-only live format means you can attend without disrupting your academic schedule, and recorded lectures are available if you miss a session. Finally, the internship prize at CMS IndusLaw for the top performer adds a genuine competitive incentive that goes well beyond most certificate programmes.

This course is open to a broad range of participants, making it accessible regardless of where you are in your legal education or career. The following categories are explicitly eligible:

• Law students: Both undergraduate (BA LLB, BBA LLB, B.Com LLB, etc.) and postgraduate (LLM) students are welcome to apply.
• Law graduates: Those who have completed their degree but are yet to enter practice or are early in their careers.
• Academicians: Faculty members and legal researchers with an interest in IP law.
• Practitioners: Lawyers and legal professionals already in practice who wish to deepen or formalise their IP knowledge.
• All interested individuals: The course is also open to anyone — regardless of formal legal background — who wishes to learn about IP laws and practice.

There is no restriction on institution type, year of study, or nationality mentioned. The course is conducted entirely online, so participants from across India and beyond can attend. There is no team component — this is an individual enrolment.

To get the most out of this course — and to position yourself for the top performer internship — consider these practical steps before and during the programme:

• Brush up on IP fundamentals before Day 1: If you have already studied IP law in college, revisit core concepts in trademarks, patents, and copyright. If you are newer to the subject, read through the basic provisions of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, the Patents Act, 1970, and the Copyright Act, 1957 so that practitioner sessions build on a foundation rather than starting from scratch.
• Engage actively in live sessions: The weekend format with senior practitioners is a rare opportunity to ask questions that textbooks cannot answer. Come prepared with specific questions — about prosecution timelines, filing strategies, or commercial realities — to make the most of each hour.
• Do not skip assignments: The e-certificate and the internship prize are both tied to completing assignments. Treat them seriously, not as formalities. Write clearly, cite correctly, and demonstrate practical reasoning rather than purely academic responses.
• Use the recorded lectures: If you miss a live session, do not simply move on. Watch the recording promptly so you do not fall behind on topics that later sessions build upon.
• Keep notes on the firms and practitioners: Understanding which firm handles what kind of IP work — and how practitioners describe their day-to-day challenges — is valuable context for interviews and future applications.
• Avoid last-minute registration: The deadline is 29 May 2025, one day before the course starts. Register early to avoid technical issues and ensure you receive all onboarding communications in time.