IP administration

Training format

Topic

  • Next: 16-17 Sep 2026 Live online

The Patent Administrator

Live online

This course will give you a comprehensive introduction to the role of the patent administrator, including filing requirements in key jurisdictions

  • 6 CPD hours Focused
  • Presented by Mrs JoAnna Emery
  • Next: 29 Sep 2026 Live online

The Trade Mark Administrator

Live online

A comprehensive overview of what every trade mark administrator needs to know to succeed in their role.

  • 6 CPD hours Focused
  • Presented by Victoria Silk
  • Next: 3-4 Jun 2026 Live online
  • Also: 2-3 Dec 2026 Live online

Formal Requirements of the European Patent System

Updated for 2026

Live online

This two-day seminar for administrative staff in the patent profession details how to competently prepare an application for filing before the EPO. *INCLUDES: Practical and interactive exercises*

  • 12 CPD hours Focused
  • Presented by Richard Gillespie
  • Next: 30 Sep-1 Oct 2026 Classroom

Annual Update for Senior Trade Mark & Design Administrators

Updated for 2026

Classroom

This annual update, specifically designed for senior trade mark and design administrators, includes the latest updates from WIPO with discussion on the Madrid and Hague systems and a review of the differences between US, EU and UK practice and what to do about them.

  • 12 CPD hours Focused
  • Presented by Catherine Dupenloup
  • + 7 more
  • Next: on request

Senior Patent Administrators Annual Update: European and International Patent Formalities

Bespoke

Stay ahead of global patent formalities changes with this essential update for senior patent administrators, covering EPO, WIPO, USPTO and Asia reforms, digitalisation, fee changes, compliance risk and practical implementation guidance

  • 9 CPD hours Focused
  • Next: 14-15 May 2026 Live online
  • Also: 9-10 Nov 2026 Live online

Best Practices for Doing Business with IP in China

New for 2026

Live online

An in-depth look at the Chinese IP system and how to navigate the complexities of the patent and trade mark application and enforcement processes.

  • 6 CPD hours Focused
  • Presented by Jane List
  • + 2 more
  • Next: 8 Oct 2026 Live online

Best Practices for Assignment of IP Rights: UK, Europe and US

Live online

An in-depth overview of how to execute assignments to make sure that ownership is clear, enforceable, and compliant with legal requirements

  • 3 CPD hours Masterclass
  • Presented by Mrs JoAnna Emery