Design Management for Innovation

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School:

School of Arts and Humanities

Credit Rating:

Level (including FHEQ):

M (FHEQ Level 7)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2021-04-01

Module Leader:

Andrew Hewitt

Version Number

2023.02

Learning Methods

Lecture

Guided Independent Study

Synopsis

On this module you will learn about taking an innovative approach to textiles and their applications to innovative products. As critical thinkers and practitioners you will develop an understanding of the different methods you might use to validate, enhance and transform your textile and product ideas into marketable products for a clearly defined market segment. You will be introduced to Design Management; Scenario planning; Managing Innovation; Developing an Innovation Strategy; Building an innovation case; Capturing learning from innovation. The module is made up of lectures and guided seminars which will help you to build a portfolio of knowledge and skills for application in developing product innovation with textiles.

Learning Strategy

A series of lectures, discussion groups/seminars on the topics presented in the outline syllabus will be explored. You will have opportunities to analyse existing case-studies on the use of Design Management; Scenario planning; Managing Innovation; Developing an Innovation Strategy; Building an innovation case; Capturing learning from innovation. There will be … For more content click the Read More button below. Reasonable adjustments will be made for the benefit of students with disabilities in line with the requirements detailed in learning plans provided by Student Services.

A series of lectures, discussion groups/seminars on the topics presented in the outline syllabus will be explored. You will have opportunities to analyse existing case-studies on the use of Design Management; Scenario planning; Managing Innovation; Developing an Innovation Strategy; Building an innovation case; Capturing learning from innovation. There will be opportunities to engage in the School’s research programme events, where you will experience our community of research practitioners and experts in your subject area. This module will provide underpinning as you further develop and define your major project through the use and application of theory and case studies.

Reasonable adjustments will be made for the benefit of students with disabilities in line with the requirements detailed in learning plans provided by Student Services.

Outline Syllabus

The module is made up of lectures and seminars where you will be introduced to Design Management; Design Thinking; Scenario planning; Managing Innovation; Developing an Innovation Strategy; Building an innovation case; Capturing learning from innovation. You will consider how these interrelated fields of knowledge and practice can be applied and … For more content click the Read More button below. Design Management: Design thinking, strategy, and supply chain techniques to control a creative process, support a culture of creativity, and build a structure and organization for designScenario Planning: The link between future and strategy, the principles of scenario planning, the principles of strategic thinking for innovation.Managing Innovation: developing an innovative strategy, sources of innovation, innovation networks, creating new products and service.Building an Innovation Case: The business plan, forecasting innovation, estimating the adoption of innovation, anticipating resources, intellectual property

Design Management: Design thinking, strategy, and supply chain techniques to control a creative process, support a culture of creativity, and build a structure and organization for design
Scenario Planning: The link between future and strategy, the principles of scenario planning, the principles of strategic thinking for innovation.
Managing Innovation: developing an innovative strategy, sources of innovation, innovation networks, creating new products and service.
Building an Innovation Case: The business plan, forecasting innovation, estimating the adoption of innovation, anticipating resources, intellectual property

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written assignment (coursework)

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

Description:Essay on one of the main themes: Design Management; Scenario planning; Managing Innovation; Developing an Innovation Strategy; Building an innovation case; Capturing learning from innovation. The use of the learning log, developed throughout classes, will form a basis for this assessment task.

Assessment Weight:50

Assessment Length:4000 Words (Word Count)

Module Learning Outcomes:MLO1, MLO2, MLO3, MLO4, MLO5, MLO6

Individual or Group:Individual

Final Assessment Component:No

Marked Anonymously:No

Eligible for Tutor Reassessment:Yes

Assessment 2: Exam

Assessment Criteria

Demonstrate a systematic understanding and critical awareness of the range and scope of theories in the broad field of Design Management and their application in design and business practice. (Learning Outcomes 1, 2)Analysed and contextualised coherently in order to form a critical and/or commercial framework for the application of theory … For more content click the Read More button below.

Demonstrate a systematic understanding and critical awareness of the range and scope of theories in the broad field of Design Management and their application in design and business practice. (Learning Outcomes 1, 2)
Analysed and contextualised coherently in order to form a critical and/or commercial framework for the application of theory to realisation of Innovation. (Learning Outcomes 3, 4)
Currency and direction of acquired knowledge and its future applications is reflected upon, evaluated and justified. (Learning Outcomes 3, 4, 5)
Clarity and professionalism of content, style, visuals and communication skills, are consistently demonstrated in verbal and written work. (Learning Outcomes 4, 5, 6)
Demonstrate critical and comparative analysis of existing case studies and reference sources according to the University’s preferred choice of referencing system. (Learning Outcomes 3, 6)

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