Contracts Related to Industrial Property

The Capacity Building program, led by the University of Montpellier’s University Innovation Hub, offers targeted training in innovation and research commercialization. Through thematic modules led by experts, it supports the professional development of professionals involved in innovative projects.

This one-day training session will focus on intellectual property contracts and their role in safeguarding collaborations, technology transfers, and innovation projects. The morning will be devoted to understanding the key legal issues and essential clauses to be familiar with, while the afternoon will examine the various types of contracts encountered in practice and their implications for the parties involved.

This session will cover the following topics, among others:

• The legal principles applicable to industrial property contracts;
• Key provisions to analyze and negotiate in IP agreements;
• Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and their use during the discussion and negotiation phases;
• Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs) and terms for resource sharing;
• Co-ownership, collaboration, and technology transfer agreements;
• Practical examples for identifying areas of concern and ensuring secure relationships between partners.

This training is intended for individuals who negotiate, draft, or oversee collaborative projects involving intellectual property issues.

Are you interested in this training course? Let us know by writing to Please specify your position and department.

To learn about all the modules offered by the program, see the complete Capacity Building course catalog.