Design Management for Innovation - TMA1423

Assessment 1: Written assignment (coursework)

Formative assessment will be ongoing during the module together with peer and self-assessment for example, drafts of the essay for Assessment 1 will be reviewed by peers using the assessment matrix used by academics for summative assessment.

Written Assignment

Assessment 2: Exam

Examination 24 hours – online, open book.

Exam

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

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.

<p>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.  </p>

School of Arts and Humanities

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Textile Design

TMA1423 - Design Management for Innovation

Design Management for Innovation

be able to manage independent learning to collect, record, analyse, discuss and evaluate appropriate information.

be able to critically evaluate relevant literature within the field as part of a process of enquiry and knowledge development. 

be able to evaluate evidence and information from appropriate sources in order to establish a case for innovation.

have the ability to assess relevance and application of Design Management, Scenario planning, building a case for innovation in the formulation of a project proposal or working brief. 

be able to analyse and recognise how businesses use design management and design as strategy. 

be able to demonstrate effective Design Management theory and application in context.