Course Beginner Public Agencies Copyright

Avoiding Copyright Infringement for Public Officers

"As long as the content is publicly and freely available on the Internet, it can be freely used and modified."

"I can use the public’s submitted artwork entries for my Agency’s campaign, without needing to obtain permission."

"I like photos taken at past events by photographers commissioned by my Agency. I can use these for an upcoming event."

Do you deal with copyrighted materials at work, such as annual reports, presentation slides, and content from vendors or third parties? Are you unknowingly committing copyright infringement at your Agency?​

Learn about government policies around copyright, and better understand copyright ownership, the types of copyright licences, what constitutes copyright infringement, how to conduct copyright clearance and more.

Officers who deal with copyrighted materials are highly encouraged to attend.

This course is only open to Singapore Civil Service officers and Public Service Officers.

 

*Register your interest for future runs HERE!

Programme Information

04 Sep–05 Sep 2025 , 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Online Live Stream
20 Nov–21 Nov 2025 , 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Online Live Stream
SGD $545.00 (incl. GST)
Contact Ms Dilpreet Kaur:
+65 6330 8692
Register Here (4-5 September 2025) Download Brochure
  • 2 x ½ days online session

Programme Information

04 Sep–05 Sep 2025 , 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Online Live Stream
20 Nov–21 Nov 2025 , 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Online Live Stream
SGD $545.00 (incl. GST)
Contact Ms Dilpreet Kaur:
+65 6330 8692
Register Here Download Brochure
  • 2 x ½ days online session

Learning Objectives

Learn about government policies around copyright
Understand copyright ownership
Be familiar with the different types of copyright licences
Understand what constitutes copyright infringement
Be familiar with how to conduct copyright clearance

Who Should Attend

Public officers across WOG who deal with copyrighted materials.
Programme Details
Speaker / Trainer
Paul McClelland

IPOS International Pte Ltd

Paul McClelland

Head of Legal

Mr Paul McClelland specialises in intellectual property law and commercial dispute resolution. Before joining IPOS International Pte Ltd, Paul was sole corporate counsel for a well-known Singaporean brand, where he was responsible for a broad range of commercial matters, including worldwide trademark registrations and oppositions, management of external counsel, contract review, and training. 

He has experience working in private practice for both Singapore and Scottish law firms. His practice focused on intellectual property and commercial arbitration. 

He also taught commercial law, intellectual property and real estate law at a Scottish university.

Course Fee

Course Fee

  • S$545.00 per pax (incl. of 9% GST)*

Terms and Conditions

  • Full payment of course fees must be made to IPOS International upon course registration (with credit terms as stated in the invoice, if applicable).
  • IPOS International reserves the right to deny admission to participants who have not made payment before course commencement, if applicable.
  • Any request for withdrawal or refund is subject to approval by IPOS International’s management.
  • Request for substitution has to be made in writing via email at least 3 working days before start of course date and is subject to acceptance by IPOS International.
  • IPOS International reserves the right to cancel or postpone any programme due to unforeseen circumstances. A full refund will be given to registrants if the course is cancelled by IPOS International.
  • IPOS International reserves the right to make any changes to the programme.

Interested in Avoiding Copyright Infringement for Public Officers? Register with us today.

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