Man­aging In­nov­a­tion

Purpose

This course explores how innovation can drive change - whether through new products, business models or advanced processes. It highlights the importance of both internal and external collaborations, especially considering complex challenges such as the green transition and the rise of AI.

Participants will gain insights into planning innovation, organising for innovation and managing innovation projects, ultimately enhancing their ability to leverage innovation for competitive advantage.

Your benefits

• Assess and improve your organisation’s approach to innovation.
• Develop and implement an effective innovation strategy.
• Structure organisations to foster innovation.
• Strategically design and manage innovation projects.
• Apply open, collaborative and AI-supported innovation approaches.

Description

This course provides participants with the tools needed to master innovation management in a fast-paced, technology-driven world. Through a blend of research-based insights and practical strategies, participants will explore various dimensions of innovation, from strategic formulation to designing organisations that foster creativity and implementing impactful innovation projects. Special attention is given to emerging trends like AI-driven innovation, open collaboration and innovation ecosystems. By the end, you will be equipped with the knowledge to drive innovation initiatives in your organisation.

Key themes

• Distributed sources of innovation.
• Innovation models and processes.
• Balancing exploration and exploitation in generating innovation.
• Open and collaborative innovation.
• Artificial intelligence (AI) and innovation.