Explaining the importance of strategic thinking, innovation and strategy for success. Emphasizing the importance of strategic thinking and innovation for effective innovation and competitive advantage. Creating a clear and realistic image of each concept. Explanation of appropriate environment and management models for innovation through the prominent characteristics of innovative institutions and individuals.
Prerequisite(s)
Understanding/Reading/Writing in English
Corequisite(s)
Course Code Course Name…
Special Requisite(s)
Understanding/Reading/Writing in English, Attendance
Instructor(s)
Assist. Prof. Dr. Kağan Okatan
Course Assistant(s)
Schedule
The course will not be held this semester.
Office Hour(s)
Teaching Methods and Techniques
-Presentation and Discussion
Principle Sources
Tidd, J., Bessant, J., & Pavitt, K. (2005). Managing innovation integrating technological, market and organizational change. John Wiley and Sons Ltd.
Other Sources
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Course Schedules
Week
Contents
Learning Methods
1. Week
Introduction to Course and Discussion
Oral presentation, presentation, discussion
2. Week
Innovation Concept
Oral presentation, presentation, discussion
3. Week
Types and Degrees of Innovation
Oral presentation, presentation, discussion
4. Week
Innovation Leadership
Oral presentation, presentation, discussion
5. Week
Strategic Thinking
Oral presentation, presentation, discussion
6. Week
Strategy and Innovation
Oral presentation, presentation, discussion
7. Week
Midterm Exam
8. Week
Innovation Management Models
Oral presentation, presentation, discussion
9. Week
Internal Innovation Capacity
Oral presentation, presentation, discussion
10. Week
External Innovation Capacity
Oral presentation, presentation, discussion
11. Week
Outstanding Characteristics of Innovative Companies
Oral presentation, presentation, discussion
12. Week
Innovation Management Strategies
Oral presentation, presentation, discussion
13. Week
Innovation Management Strategies
Oral presentation, presentation, discussion
14. Week
Final week
15. Week
Final week
16. Week
Final week
17. Week
Final week
Assessments
Evaluation tools
Quantity
Weight(%)
Midterm(s)
1
30
Attendance
1
10
Final Exam
1
60
Program Outcomes
PO-1
Comprehends both theoretical and applied subjects in international trade at the advanced level, and uses his/her knowledge when necessary.
PO-2
Analyses basic concepts and data related to International Trade and Economics by scientific methods, interprets those with analytically, and evaluates those with regard to economic issues.
PO-3
Express his/her thoughts, comments and evaluations related to International Trade discipline both in written and oral forms.
PO-4
Defines current problems, and proposes solutions which are supported by evidence and research based quantitative and qualitative data.
PO-5
Inspects how public and private sector enterprises engaged in trade activities operates in practice, and evaluates the continuities and the dynamism in these sectors.
PO-6
Defines and tracks local, regional (such as European Union or Middle East) and global issues from the point of political economics, and relates these issues to each other.
PO-7
Possesses sufficient knowledge in other disciplines related to International Trade (such as Economics, Finance, International Business and Law), and reports this information.
PO-8
Follows publications and research in International Trade, Globalisation and Financial Systems in the English language, and communicates with his/her colleagues internationally.
PO-9
Uses a second language (Russian, Chinese, etc.) at the intermediate level.
PO-10
Possesses ethical principles and scientific values in collection, interpretation and release of data.
Learning Outcomes
LO-1
Students will be able to evaluate the effects of innovation on business, economy and society.
LO-2
Students will be able to discuss issues related to innovation management, problems and technologies by evaluating the diversity, scope and complexity of innovation.
LO-3
Students will be able to describe the connections, relationships and associations between various theories, models and concepts related to innovation.
LO-4
Students will be able to compare the experiences and practices of the institutions with the academic theories.
LO-5
Students will be able to apply critical thinking skills to various business situations through presentations.
LO-6
Students will be able to use strategic perspectives and develop new products, methods and processes.
