Course
Innovation in Research Projects (TN910)
Among themes that will be covered are:
Various types of innovation, diffusion of innovation, disruptive innovation, knowledge development and learning, plan-based versus learning based processes, stakeholders and social construction of technology. Research based innovation and commercialization.
Course description for study year 2014-2015. Please note that changes may occur.
Semesters
Facts
Course code
TN910
Credits (ECTS)
5
Semester tution start
Autumn
Language of instruction
English
Number of semesters
2
Exam semester
Autumn
Content
Among themes that will be covered are:
Various types of innovation, diffusion of innovation, disruptive innovation, knowledge development and learning, plan-based versus learning based processes, stakeholders and social construction of technology. Research based innovation and commercialization.
Learning outcome
Upon completion of the course the student shall be able to:
Understand central problems associated with managing complex cross-disciplinary work assignments and projects.
Assess the need for, take initiative to and manage innovation.