The course syllabus contains changes
See changesCourse syllabus adopted 2020-02-11 by Head of Programme (or corresponding).
Overview
- Swedish nameStrategisk ledning av teknisk innovation
- CodeTEK650
- Credits7.5 Credits
- OwnerMPHPC
- Education cycleSecond-cycle
- Main field of studyComputer Science and Engineering, Industrial Engineering and Management
- DepartmentTECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMICS
- GradingTH - Pass with distinction (5), Pass with credit (4), Pass (3), Fail
Course round 1
- Teaching language English
- Application code 86117
- Maximum participants70
- Block schedule
- Open for exchange studentsNo
Credit distribution
Module | Sp1 | Sp2 | Sp3 | Sp4 | Summer | Not Sp | Examination dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0120 Examination 7.5 c Grading: TH | 7.5 c |
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In programmes
- MPALG - COMPUTER SCIENCE - ALGORITHMS, LANGUAGES AND LOGIC, MSC PROGR, Year 1 (elective)
- MPALG - COMPUTER SCIENCE - ALGORITHMS, LANGUAGES AND LOGIC, MSC PROGR, Year 2 (elective)
- MPCSN - COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND NETWORKS, MSC PROGR, Year 2 (elective)
- MPDSC - DATA SCIENCE AND AI, MSC PROGR, Year 1 (elective)
- MPDSC - DATA SCIENCE AND AI, MSC PROGR, Year 2 (elective)
- MPHPC - HIGH-PERFORMANCE COMPUTER SYSTEMS, MSC PROGR, Year 1 (compulsory elective)
- MPHPC - HIGH-PERFORMANCE COMPUTER SYSTEMS, MSC PROGR, Year 2 (elective)
Examiner
Martin Wallin- Professor, Entrepreneurship and Strategy, Technology Management and Economics
Eligibility
General entry requirements for Master's level (second cycle)Applicants enrolled in a programme at Chalmers where the course is included in the study programme are exempted from fulfilling the requirements above.
Specific entry requirements
English 6 (or by other approved means with the equivalent proficiency level)Applicants enrolled in a programme at Chalmers where the course is included in the study programme are exempted from fulfilling the requirements above.
Aim
This course aims to prepare students for different types of management tasks related to technology and innovation. This is done by making students familiar with a set of theories and tools used for strategic management of technological innovation. Besides theoretical understanding, a major ambition of the course is to teach students how to analyze and deal with complex innovation-related challenges typically faced by managers.Learning outcomes (after completion of the course the student should be able to)
(a) Apply tools and theories of strategic management of technological innovation (b) Convey insights from the analysis of strategic management of technological innovation (c) Participate in decision-making linked to strategic management of technological innovationContent
(a) Industry dynamics of technological innovation, e.g. sources of innovation and types and patterns of innovation (b) Formulating technological innovation strategy, e.g. defining the organizations strategic direction, collaboration strategies and protecting innovation (intellectual property rights) (c) Implementing technological innovation strategy, e.g., organizing for innovation and managing the new product development processOrganisation
The course consists of lectures, case studies and class discussions focusing on the learning outcomes.Literature
The course literature will be announced at the start of the course.Examination including compulsory elements
The examination consists of (a) a written exam and (b) case studies that require attendance. Grading: U (Fail), 3, 4, 5.The course syllabus contains changes
- Changes to course rounds:
- 2020-05-07: Block Block changed from C to D by examinator
[Course round 1]
- 2020-05-07: Block Block changed from C to D by examinator
- Changes to examination:
- 2020-09-30: Grade raising No longer grade raising by GRULG
- 2020-09-30: Grade raising No longer grade raising by GRULG