CERTIFICATE COURSE IN INTL. PATENTS & IP SERVICES

Qualifications: B.Tech/B.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Tech/M.Sc/MCA/.Pharm/MBBS/PhD
Duration: 26 weeks
Cost of course: Rs 4 lakh
Starting salary: Rs 5-7 lakh per annum
Institute: Global Institute of Intellectual Property (GIIP)
(www.giipinfo.com)

With an increasing awareness about Intellectual Property (IP) rights in India and across the world, this is your chance to make hay while the sun shines.

The certificate programme launched by Global Institute of Intellectual Property (GIIP) in association with Centre for Advanced Study and Research on Intellectual Property (CASRIP) at University of Washington, enables professionals from various backgrounds to undertake worldwide IP assignments in MNCs, corporate firms, government research labs, law firms and KPO/LPOs.

Certificate course in international patents and IP services

The training programme also covers other aspects of patent services like patent analysis, IP valuation, licensing and patent portfolio management. Several major intellectual property topics essential for those planning to take the US and Indian Patent Agent exam are also covered.

Girija Varma, senior advisor and programme co-chair, GIIP says, “The focus is on practical aspects of patents and their legal, technical and business application with an objective to understand international patent systems and criticalities involved before US Patents & Trade Marks Office (USPTO), Indian PTO and other jurisdictions.” The course content is global and taught by international faculty.

PG DIPLOMA & MBA (DUAL DEGREE PROG.)

Qualifications: Graduate in any discipline
Duration: Two years
Cost of course: Rs 4.85 lakh
Starting salary: Rs 5-7 lakh per annum
Institute: FOSTIIMA Business School, Delhi
(www.fbsdelhi.org)

The dual degree programme (Post Graduate Diploma In Business Administration (PGDBA) and MBA aims to provide candidates an opportunity to inculcate managerial skills while enjoying the dual benefits of academic learning and direct industry interface.

The course focuses on developing analytical ability, team skills and leadership skills to create a pool of managers for the new emerging India. Kamal Sharma, executive director, FOSTIIMA Business School, Delhi, says, “We create industry-ready professionals by providing a practical hands-on faculty with experience in real corporate world ensuring good placements through their networks.”

ADOBE ROBOHELP CERTIFICATION COURSE

Qualifications: Graduates working as technical writers with knowledge of computers and English
Duration: Three weeks
Cost of course: Rs 11,000
Starting salary: Rs 4-7 lakh per annum
Institute: The Writers Block (TWB), Bangalore
(www.twb.in & www.twb-dl.com)

Adobe Robohelp Certification Course

The course structure gives a candidate ample interactive training experience by using the Adobe Flash demos, blogs, forums and comprehensive training material and calendars for scheduling and keeping track of assignments.

Rakesh Shukla, CEO and founder of TWB says, “The course is designed to address market needs providing intellectually strong and vocationally relevant training.”

PG DIPLOMA IN AIRLINE & AIRPORT MANAGEMENT

Qualifications: Graduation in any discipline
Duration: One year
Cost of course: Rs 1.5 lakh
Starting salary: Rs 3 lakh per annum
Institute: Speedwings Aviation Academy, Cochin
(www.speedwings.org)

With friendly government policies, the skies have opened up “literally” and it’s pouring opportunities for all those who wish to have a career in aviation.

To cater to the ever-increasing demands of manpower in the industry, this one-year course prepares candidates to manage, implement, plan and improve ground handling and maintain international standards of security at airports.

The students are trained in their role as business provider in an international environment. You can begin as a check-in staff, reservation staff or customer care for airports and airlines.

Biji Eapen, chairman and CEO, Speedwings Academy, Cochin, says, “The field of aviation offers an exciting array of opportunities in an industry that is growing by leaps and bounds and is becoming increasingly sophisticated and challenging. Therefore, attaining technical knowledge and practical skills in this field has become an absolute necessity.”