Innovation process and innovation managementLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

Students can choose and use innovation management methods which are suitable for organisational situations and needs. Students can take into account the requirements of both creativity and efficiency. Students can work in an organisation in a creativity promoting way.

Content

What are the basic elements, challenges and requirements of innovation management? What are innovativeness and innovations in an organisation? What possibilities do innovation systems offer to an organisation? How is organisational knowledge and know-how managed? What is the innovation process like? How are users, networks and companionships utilised in innovation management? How is intellectual property utilised? What are the tools and methods of innovation management?

Qualifications

No previous studies required.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

a) Students can use professional terminology proficiently in different situations e) Students can choose appropriate operations models and methods, and justify their choices f) Students can promote goal-oriented activity in a team