The aim of this module is to provide students with (1) a systematic understanding of how information technology is driving business innovation, (2) the methods and approaches used by managers to exploit new digital opportunities, and (3) an appreciation of the knowledge and skills needed to manage the business innovation. By the end of this module, students will be equipped with the necessary knowledge and tools to deal with current business issues including digital transformation and emerging business models via technological innovations.
Total contact hours: 21
Private study hours: 129
Total study hours: 150
Main assessment methods:
ICT (20%)
Group Pod Cast Presentation (20%)
Report (2000 words) (60%)
Reassessment method:
100% coursework.
Chesney, T., Reynolds, G., Stair, R.M., (2015) Principles of Business Information Systems, 2nd Revised edition, Andover: Cengage Learning EMEA
Jordan, J., (2012) Information, Technology, and Innovation: Resources for Growth in a Connected World, London: John Wiley & Sons
Oakey, R., Groen, R., Cook, G. and Van der Sijde, P. (2012) New technology-based firms in the new millennium. Bingley, UK: Emerald
Smith, D., (2015) Exploring Innovation, 3rd Edition, Maidenhead: McGraw-Hill Higher Education
See the library reading list for this module (Canterbury)
The intended subject specific learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
- systematically understand and analyse the digital innovations in terms of products, services and sustainability;
- critically assess the business value of digital technologies using academic and practitioners' methods and approaches;
- deconstruct complex technology-oriented solutions and apply them to a business;
- engage critically with theory and consultancy IT practices, by generating creative solutions that are aligned with the overall business strategy.
The intended generic learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
- produce complex statistical and mathematical forms of analysis used in business to justify expenditure;
- research a topic, extract and critically synthesise information from a range of written and spoken sources, and formulate a response;
- distinguish between fact and opinion, between what is relevant and what is not and between opposing views based upon conflicting evidence;
- demonstrate independent learning and time management;
- analyse and critically assess information from a variety of texts and come to an informed conclusion with limited guidance
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