Module 2: Copyright and Neighbouring Rights

Course Description

This module focuses on Copyright and Neighbouring Rights, exploring their legal frameworks and the international conventions influencing them. It includes a critical examination of key markets in sub-Saharan Africa: Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, and South Africa. Additionally, it delves into the functions of collective management organizations (CMOs) and music licensing companies, especially in the digital realm. The module also analyzes the governance structure of CMOs, emphasizing transparency, accountability, and governance amidst evolving business models driven by technological advancements.

What you will Learn

• Lesson 3 – Saturday, April 27, 2024
  • Defining Copyright and Neighbouring Rights
  • Distinguishing Between Copyright and Neighbouring Rights 
  • International Conventions and Treaties Governing Copyright and Neighbouring Rights
  • Types of Works Eligible for Copyright Protection 
  • Conditions for Establishing Copyright Eligibility 
  • Rights Granted by Copyright Law 
  • Rights Granted by Neighbouring Rights Law 
  • Initial Ownership of Copyright 
  • Transfer of Copyright Ownership 
  • Limitations on Copyright and Neighbouring Rights 
  • Enforcement of Copyright and Neighbouring Rights Against Infringement 
  • Legal Remedies Available for Copyright and Neighbouring Rights Infringement 
  • Exceptions to Copyright and Neighbouring Rights Protection 

  Lesson 4 – Sunday, April 28, 2024

  1. Introduction to Copyright and Related Rights
     • Administration of Copyright and Related Rights: Roles of Copyright Office & Collective Management Organizations (CMOs)
     • Individual vs. Collective Management
  2. Collective Management Organizations (CMOs)
     • History of Collective Management Organizations (CMO)
     • Nature of Collective Management Organizations (CMO)
     • Different Models of Collective Management Organizations (CMOs)
     • Governance Structure of Collective Management Organizations (CMOs)
     • CMOs in the Digital Environment
  3. Comparison and Contrast
     • CMOs vs. Rights Management Entities (RMEs)

Certification

Certificate will be issued to you at the end of this course, after the successful completion of the module