EIN2017 : Introduction to Innovation and Technology Management
- Offered for Year: 2026/27
- Module Leader(s): Dr Jungho Kim
- Owning School: Newcastle University Business School
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
This module provides a general introduction to a range of concepts, principles and models relating to the innovation process. It provides students with an understanding of the definition of innovation, its strategic importance and a range of managerial issues relating to the pursuit of innovation through product or service development and technology implementation in business. It provides both an internal organisational perspective on innovation management and an external perspective on innovation through networks and collaboration. Emphasis is placed on conditions promoting innovation success and a critical assessment of their application in different contexts. The module aims to raise awareness of the pivotal role of innovation in the creation of competitive advantage and in delivering economic and social change. It sets the management of innovation and technology in its wider organisational and business context and highlights the importance of a critical approach to decisions about innovation and technology management.
Outline Of Syllabus
The module explores a range of topics related to innovation and technology management, including:
• The definition, nature and patterns of innovation and technological change
• Creating and capturing value from innovation and technology
• Open innovation and ecosystem
• Business model and service innovation
• Strategic and organisational aspects of innovation management
• Entrepreneurial aspect of technology management
• Macro perspectives on innovation and technology management
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 10 | 2:00 | 20:00 | Person-in-Person (PiP) lectures |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 61:00 | 61:00 | Assignment preparation |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 60:00 | 60:00 | Estimated based on 3 hours per teaching week |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 7 | 1:00 | 7:00 | PiP seminars |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Drop-in/surgery | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | Drop-in sessions for pre-assessment clinic and Q&A, one in each semester |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 50:00 | 50:00 | N/A |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The lectures introduce students to the main theories of and approaches to innovation and technology Management as it applies to both manufacturing and service activities. Students are introduced to some of the key debates and controversies in the subject area. Critical approaches to the literature are demonstrated through the lectures.
The seminars permit more detailed discussion of specific issues and case examples.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Examination | 120 | 1 | A | 60 | In-person exam (MCQ, T/F, Fill-in-the-Blank): closed book |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral Presentation | 1 | M | 40 | Group presentation |
Formative Assessments
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral Presentation | 1 | M | Group presentation: guidelines and support for group work |
| Written Examination | 1 | M | Periodic mockup in-person quizzes for the preparation for digital exam |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The digital exam tests students' understanding of basic and competing theories, subject knowledge and perspectives.
The essay assignment is designed to assess students' in-depth understanding of the subject knowledge and their ability to critically appraise relevant theories and perspectives and apply them to specific topics and cases.
The group assignment tests students' ability to apply theoretical frameworks to the case context of a specific innovation and technology management.
Opportunities for formative assessment, feedforward and guidance will be provided in the seminars and drop-in sessions. Essay and groupwork tutorials will be provided.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- EIN2017's Timetable