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SIEN6004: Innovation Management
2025 unit information
This unit provides essential knowledge of the current trends in Innovation Management research and practice. It combines the leading-edge theories and innovation assessment methods with the strong practical component. Students are offered an opportunity to experience the innovation process by participating in commercialisation of research/invention originated from the University of Sydney. Innovation projects are sourced across the University of Sydney, enabling exceptional inter-disciplinary experience for the participating students.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Business (Business School)
| Study level | Postgraduate |
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| Academic unit | Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Apply theoretical concepts and practical knowledge acquired through the real-life innovation project to the context of your career
- LO2. Identify and critically evaluate commercialisation opportunities using concepts, frameworks and relevant experience gained in this unit
- LO3. Generate solutions to business challenges applying both theoretical concepts and first-hand practical knowledge acquired through the innovation project
- LO4. Practice communication skills, including clear and concise delivery of complex concepts, through on-going interactions in the groups and in class as well as with project partners
- LO5. Practice organisational and time management skills while collaborating in the group and interacting with project partners
- LO6. Co-create ethical and socially responsible practices and behaviours in the innovation project and formulate its potential social contribution
Unit availability
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Intensive July - August 2024
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Block mode | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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Intensive May - June 2025
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Block mode | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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Intensive June - July 2025
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Block mode | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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