You may have noticed that what is new often behaves differently than what has become accepted over time whether it is in a market, technology, or with people and firms. This course helps you develop a perspective on managing innovation. That is, you will build your capability to lead and design your organization in effectively implementing innovation initiatives and achieving their strategic intent.
This course is part of the Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship Specialization
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Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship SpecializationUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignAbout this Course
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Course 2 of 7 in the
Intermediate Level
Approx. 21 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish
Skills you will gain
- Management
- Innovation
- Disruptive Innovation
- Innovation Management
Flexible deadlines
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Shareable Certificate
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100% online
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Course 2 of 7 in the
Intermediate Level
Approx. 21 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish
Offered by
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is a world leader in research, teaching and public engagement, distinguished by the breadth of its programs, broad academic excellence, and internationally renowned faculty and alumni. Illinois serves the world by creating knowledge, preparing students for lives of impact, and finding solutions to critical societal needs.
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This course is part of the 100% online Master of Business Administration (iMBA) from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
2 hours to complete
Course Orientation
You will become familiar with the course, your classmates, and our learning environment. The orientation will also help you obtain the technical skills required for the course.
2 hours to complete
3 videos (Total 7 min), 7 readings, 1 quiz
4 hours to complete
MODULE 1: Managing Innovation
4 hours to complete
6 videos (Total 91 min), 2 readings, 5 quizzes
5 hours to complete
MODULE 2: Understanding & Responding to Different Types of Innovations
5 hours to complete
6 videos (Total 92 min), 2 readings, 6 quizzes
4 hours to complete
Module 3: Teams and Innovation
4 hours to complete
6 videos (Total 88 min), 2 readings, 5 quizzes
5 hours to complete
Module 4: Planning & Evaluation & Innovation Across Organizations
5 hours to complete
6 videos (Total 76 min), 4 readings, 6 quizzes
Reviews
- 5 stars82.02%
- 4 stars13.18%
- 3 stars2.73%
- 2 stars0.85%
- 1 star1.19%
TOP REVIEWS FROM STRATEGIC INNOVATION: MANAGING INNOVATION INITIATIVES
by DAFeb 13, 2020
The course is overall great with a balance of knowledge and learning. However, the peer-graded assignments are needed to be revised such that the self pacing of the course is enhanced.
by MJFeb 26, 2019
THE COURSE MATERIAL WAS WELL DESIGNED AND INSTRUCTORS WAS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND PROVIDED GREAT INSIGHT INTO THEORY AND PRACTICE OF INNOVATION MANAGEMENT AND GENERAL MANAGEMENT.HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
by VEDec 30, 2018
A very practical course which gives directions for implementation of Innovation. I have initiated some of the strategies in my own organization. Thank you!
by BLMay 7, 2019
Professor Love is extremely knowledgeable and very passionate in managing innovation. I love the course. I learned so much from it.
About the Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship Specialization
In a world characterized by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity, leaders require robust innovation skills. Thinking flexibly and developing an entrepreneurial mindset are critical to thriving in uncertain business environments. This specialization addresses how to recognize and question assumptions and constraints to identify and capitalize on opportunities. Learning to change the rules of the game by creating innovative value propositions and discovering new market positions for sustained competitive advantage are some of the actionable lessons in this specialization.
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