This module delves into what it takes to think up, develop, implement and effectively manage strategic change and innovation initiatives both on a small scale and at the organisational level. You will be introduced to the key theories and practices behind change and innovation as applied to individuals, organisations and systems. They will look at the kind of opportunities an organisation has for change and innovation, but also the potential restrictive forces at play. The key drivers of it will be considered and you will see strategies and interventions that can be undertaken to make it happen successfully. The role of technology in change and innovation in the 21st century business environment will also be examined. This module helps us put to rest the expression “if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it”, by examining the customer journey in their interaction with real life products and brands, and identifying where innovation may be made.
● Demonstrate understanding of the key theories and practices behind change and innovation as applied to individuals, organisations and systems.
● Identify the relationship between innovation, design thinking and entrepreneurship
● Recognise the value of innovation to organisations, economies and society
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ESEI uses the project-based learning and assessment methodology across all modules taught in our master programs. This means that you will work together in groups to develop projects that require creativity, team work, and problem-solving skills.
The main benefit of Project-Based Learning is that by the time you graduate, you will essentially have a portfolio of work to show which will be directly applicable to what you’ll be doing as a future employee or business owner.
It’s up to the teacher to decide on the format of the project – it can be a case study, a written report, a video, a role-playing activity, a podcast, or any other kind of media that gets your point across. The teachers create the project briefs and oversee the progress that teams are making week after week with regular check-in points.
Final Project – 80%
● 40% GROUP Project submission
● 20% INDIVIDUAL Project submission
● 20% GROUP PRESENTATION of the Project and Q&A
Class Participation- 20%
● 20% of the grade will be based on how students participate/engage in class and with the virtual classroom space.
Elena Emma is an executive coach, entrepreneur, adjunct professor, PhD holder, writer, artist and TEDx Speaker. She specialises in transitional coaching; diversity, inclusion and multicultural environment; and restructuring and enhancement of systems, processes, and relationships for individuals and organisations. Her areas of expertise include, individuals (executives, entrepreneurs, professionals, managers, educators, accountants, artists, writers, and students), and organisations (startups, aggressive growth, business distress, cash flow crisis, department malfunction, organisational chart restructuring, culture enhancement, team building and training, and investment search).
