Licensing is a contractual agreement where a licensor allows a licensee to use its intellectual property in exchange for fees. The major objectives of licensing are to protect small businesses, regulate foreign capital and technology, and conserve foreign exchange. Common industries that require licenses include coal, petroleum, alcoholic drinks, tobacco, explosives, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Licenses allow companies to test markets, monetize inventions outside their expertise, or enter markets too small for other strategies, while generating revenue with minimal resources. License agreements specify financial terms, timeframes, quality control, intellectual property ownership, and dispute resolution.